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≈ $59k – $109k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Melbourne)
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026. KONE scores B on the Alion truth index.

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KONE is an elevator and escalator company headquartered in Espoo, Finland, and founded in 1910. The company manufactures, installs, modernises, and maintains elevators, escalators, and automatic building doors, with a large recurring service business attached to its installed base. It is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki exchange, remains under significant Herlin family control, and operates in more than sixty countries.
  • Attractive remuneration package - Base + 12.5% superannuation, car allowance & bonus
  • Work with industry-leading products and technology
  • Join a global organisation with a strong focus on training, safety and quality

At KONE, we bring buildings to life.

Look around and you'll see KONE in buildings everywhere. Through our technical expertise, innovation and digital connectivity, we provide an essential service that keeps people moving safely and efficiently every day.

Our work will take you in different directions.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Modernisation Site Manager to join our team in Melbourne.

In this role, you will oversee the successful delivery of multiple modernisation projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating site activities, managing resources and building strong customer relationships.

What will you be doing?

  • Manage and coordinate multiple modernisation projects from commencement through to completion
  • Plan and organise labour, materials, equipment and subcontractor activities to ensure project success
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants and key stakeholders throughout project delivery
  • Drive a positive safety culture by ensuring compliance with KONE's safety standards, policies and procedures
  • Lead, coach and motivate site teams to achieve quality, productivity and customer satisfaction targets
  • Monitor project progress, manage risks and proactively resolve site issues
  • Collaborate closely with Project Managers and operational teams to ensure seamless project execution
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, reporting and compliance records
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project performance and customer outcomes

What are we looking for?

  • Proven experience in site management, construction, project delivery or a related field
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities and project timelines
  • Construction qualification, trade background or equivalent industry experience
  • Lift industry experience highly regarded
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to engage, develop and influence teams
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Strong organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Project
  • Current Australian driver's licence

There's so much more to KONE than you may realise.

  • Be part of a global organisation with genuine career development opportunities
  • Enjoy a supportive and collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued
  • Access ongoing learning and development programs designed to help you grow professionally
  • Work with industry-leading products, technology and projects that shape Melbourne's skyline

Please note: Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, or hold Australian permanent residency, to be considered for this position. This role is being sourced directly by KONE. We respectfully request no agency approaches.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on https://kone.com/global/en/careers.html

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