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February 1, 2026 (18 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR25 001290

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** About Apollo Fire Detectors
** Apollo is a world-class manufacturer of fire detection products, trusted by customers in over 100 countries. We design and produce cutting-edge smoke, heat, and multi-sensor detectors, as well as advanced fire detection systems that protect lives and property in commercial, industrial, and residential environments.

Our commitment to quality, reliability, and innovation has made us a market leader for over 40 years.###
** About the Role
** As a Project Manager, you will lead multiple projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations. You’ll manage resources, budgets, and timelines while promoting best-practice project management methods across the organisation. This role spans New Product Development (NPD) and strategic non-NPD initiatives, acting as an internal consultant to improve delivery outcomes and foster a culture of project excellence.###

** What You’ll Do
*** Lead multiple projects from concept through delivery, ensuring effective planning, prioritisation, and resource allocation.
* Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria in collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders.
* Develop, maintain, and track detailed project plans, managing milestones, dependencies, and critical paths.
* Establish and manage project budgets, providing justification for changes when required.
* Identify, communicate, and proactively manage risks, issues, and opportunities, applying lessons learned to drive improvement.
* Coordinate and chair project meetings, maintaining clear actions, documentation, and communication across teams.
* Manage stakeholder expectations and build strong relationships across internal and external partners.
* Oversee requirements, technical issue resolution, and change control to ensure alignment with business cases and delivery goals.
* Coach and support project teams, promoting best‑practice project management tools, processes, and behaviours.
* Act as a project management SME, contributing to governance, process improvement, and wider business initiatives**.**###
** What We’re Looking For
*** Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
* Ability to plan and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies (APM PMQ, PMI PMP, or equivalent preferred).
* Familiarity with NPD processes and continuous improvement principles.
* Competence in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
* * Professional membership – MAPM (Member of Association of Project Management), PMI (Project Management Institute) - desirable*###
** Our Benefits
** At Apollo, we believe in rewarding our people and supporting work-life balance. Here’s what we offer:
* ** Flexible start and finish times** (including 1pm finish on Fridays)
* ** Optional 9-day fortnight**
* ** Hybrid working** (50/50 office and home)
* ** Buying/selling holiday**
* ** 14 weeks paid parental leave
** for new parents, plus phased return for extended leave
* ** Training and professional development opportunities**
* ** Employee Bonus Scheme**
* ** Generous pension scheme
** with 10.5% employer contribution (subject to conditions)
* ** Non-contributory Share Scheme** (Halma shares with sustained growth)
* ** BUPA healthcare
** for eligible employees
* ** Health cash plan
** for everyday healthcare costs
* ** Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)**
* ** Life insurance** – 3x salary (up to 6x if you have dependents)
* ** Long service awards and extra holiday**
* ** 24/7 healthline support**
* ** Cycle to work scheme**
* ** Free electric car charging & parking**
* ** Subsidised canteen, free fruit, and real coffee on free vend**
* ** Participation in volunteering & charitable events**
* ** Benefits for engineers as an IET…