About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)

We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.

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About this Opportunity

RFDS SA/NT are seeking an experienced HCMS Project Manager to lead the implementation of a new Human Capital Management System across the organisation.This role will be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle—from planning and system design through to configuration, testing, go-live and transition to business-as-usual operations. The successful candidate will ensure the project is well governed, delivered on time and within budget, and achieves the intended organisational outcomes. Working closely with internal stakeholders, RFDS IT, subject matter experts and the system vendor, you will ensure the new platform is operationally effective, scalable and supports the organisation’s workforce management needs.

Key Responsibilities 

- Lead the planning, governance and delivery of the HCMS implementation.
- Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budget, reporting and risk management.
- Work with the system vendor and internal teams to design, configure, test and deploy the system.
- Manage data migration, system integration and user acceptance testing.
- Develop and implement a structured change management and communication plan.
- Engage stakeholders across the organisation and support training and adoption.
- Define success measures and KPIs, and support transition to business-as-usual operations.
 

About You

You are an experienced project leader with a strong track record delivering enterprise HR system implementations in complex environments.

You will bring:
- Demonstrated experience leading HCMS or enterprise HR technology implementations
- Strong understanding of HR functions including payroll, workforce data, talent and learning systems
- Proven project management capability, including governance, budgeting and stakeholder management
- Strong communication, problem-solving and change management skills
- Ability to work effectively with senior leaders, vendors and cross-functional teams 

Desirable
- Experience implementing Oracle HCM
- Experience delivering organisational transformation or technology change programs 

Qualifications
- Degree in Business, HR, IT or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Formal project management training or certification (PRINCE2, PMP or similar) desirable
 

Our Benefits

As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best.  The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer:
- Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including: 

             packaging up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills 

             packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.
- Travel and accommodation packages available via Adelaide and Port Augusta
- Attractive remuneration
- Employee Assistance Program
- Reward and Recognition Program
- Employee Value Awards
- Learning Management System
- Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
- Free onsite parking

Further Information:

To access the position description, please click here.

For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Leonie Murphy, Manager People and Culture, 0460 969 193

Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday 8 April 2026.

Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email. 

The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. 

Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible! 

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.