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DescriptionTHE ROLE
Drive Australia’s energy backbone & lead high-voltage transmission projects that power the nation.
Join Downer’s Power Projects team as the Operations Manager for HV Transmission , where you will lead the safe and efficient delivery of transmission line projects across Australia. This is your opportunity to shape critical energy infrastructure while driving excellence in operations, commercial performance, and client outcomes.
Based in our Milton, QLD, or North Ryde, NSW office , you will work closely with the General Manager in a strategic leadership role to coordinate and lead a high-performing national delivery team. You should have a proven track record in managing large-scale transmission projects and excel in complex, fast-paced environments where safety, performance, and stakeholder engagement are paramount.
Some of the key responsibilities include:
- Oversee the safe and effective delivery of all transmission line projects, ensuring quality, commercial success, and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Effectively manage the growing cohort of 200+ project delivery staff and EA personnel. Guide and mentor project teams to achieve performance targets, enhance capabilities, and cultivate a high-performance culture.
- Drive the operational strategy, execute projects, and manage resource planning across a national portfolio.
- Enhance relationships with key clients, regulators, subcontractors, and suppliers to create opportunities and ensure successful outcomes.
- Champion a Zero Harm culture through safety leadership, compliance, and continuous improvement.
ABOUT YOU
You are an innovative leader with a strong operational focus and extensive technical expertise in high-voltage transmission. You are known for successfully delivering major infrastructure projects and for building strong, motivated teams.
- A tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related field (Chartered status desirable).
- A proven track record leading project delivery teams across high-voltage transmission or similar sectors.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to drive performance against KPIs.
- Highly developed stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- A relentless focus on safety, quality, and client outcomes.
OUR OFFER
- A generous salary package + tool of a trade vehicle with all the necessary tools to perform your job well is on offer.
- National leadership role delivering major transmission infrastructure.
- Become part of one of the leading service lines in the Energy & Utilities sector, celebrated for its strong community and passionate, high-achieving teams.
- A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP, Beyond Blue and health insurance discounts.
- Access to Perks@Downer , which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.
- Energy & Utilities has a dedicated internal mobility team that focuses on internal progression, succession identification, and thorough redeployment opportunities where appropriate. We invest in our people and are industry leaders in this regard.
- We are a Tier 1 ASX-listed company with in-house capabilities far exceeding traditional contractors.
ABOUT US (E&U)
Downer Group’s Energy & Utilities (E&U) business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today’s critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
We are an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
Apply now and energise your career with Downer. We look forward to hearing from you!
For more information, please get in touch with Ryan Delon, Talent Acquisition Business Partner , at ryan.delon@downergroup.com .
Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications through the advertisement, but applications submitted via email will not be accepted .