Major Works Program Manager

at  Western Power

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU WILL HAVE:

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering, Business Management, Economics, Project Management, Finance, or related discipline
• Significant broad knowledge and expertise in managing and delivering large scale, strategic Programs of work with Director/ Portfolio Management level experience in successful transformation projects delivery preferably within an electrical or utilities environment.
• Proactive, tenacious, and strong influencing - skills to drive successful delivery of results and meet stakeholder expectations
• Strong negotiation and relationship skills and the ability to communicate at all levels of the organisation including C Suite
• Excellent communication and presentation skills including demonstrated ability to consult, guide and influence decision makers using appropriate authority.
• Strong business acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills and exposure to risk management and governance processes.
• Demonstrated people resourcing and management skills, working within a matrix structure, and ability to engage and drive teams (including virtual teams) to produce outcomes which meet desired timeframes.
• Highly developed analytical skills required to be applied to complex organisational challenges and opportunities.
• Understanding of and ability to develop sound business cases to support major change initiatives, pitched at an Executive level.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

As a Major Works Program Manager, you will be focussing on the following:

• Building a strong safety and results focused team who have the knowledge and capability to make this large program successful
• Accountable for delivering Clean Energy Link Projects ensuring the right resources are deployed to the right place at the right time to maximise delivery efficiencies.
• Establish and monitor compliance to Western Power’s contract management framework.
• Ensure that contractors are compliant with their Safety Management System including Western Power’s Work Practices and ESSR
• Ensure contractors are compliant with their Environmental Management System and any relevant Western Power environmental management plans.
• Ensure contractors are compliant with their quality management system, demonstrating adherence to Western Power’s technical specifications, in the form of ITRs (Inspection & Test Reports) and ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans)
• Plan and conduct negotiations with Sponsors resulting in significant agreements and commitments for Western Powers, its business partners, and customers.
• Manage the delivery of Transmission Projects acting where necessary to correct, initiate or promulgate resolution of issues.
• Work closely with representatives from SEQT to ensure safety investigations are reviewed and outcomes approved in a timely manner.
• Work collaboratively with Energy Transition and Sustainability division throughout the scoping and planning phases to ensure future projects are deliverable in execution to meet the Required in Service date.
• Develop effective functional and cross functional working relationships with other managers in other business units to ensure alignment and consistency of workflow, management practices and processes.
• Allocate and coordinate resources as required to meet business requirements throughout the project/program lifecycle, through both internal and external workforces.
• Ensure the effective management of resources within your area including People, vehicles, plant, and equipment.
• Establish reporting mechanisms to monitor delivery and performance for your team and ensure that progress is monitored and discussed, and corrective actions implemented as required.
• Provide input into the development of the Functional plan and ensure that you deliver key actions assigned to you. Sponsor and communicate the plan in your area.
• Accountable for managing the labour and materials budget for your area and providing commentary to the Head of Function to support financial reporting.
• Manage talent through effective execution of employee performance outcomes through established system and processes and the ongoing development of employees.
• Coach and develop direct reports to ensure they are developing to their full potential and mentor them in key people procedures.
• Implement business initiatives, procedures, and processes within your area.

WHAT YOU WILL GET FROM THE ROLE:

• This is a unique opportunity to demonstrate your program management credentials in a very large program
• Establish and manage a cohesive team of employees, contractors and consultants
• Lead the set-up of a high-performing team and implementation of the delivery strategy for the Clean Energy Link – North.

Western Power isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and support is always at hand. We celebrate diversity and champion inclusivity, offering a range of benefits such as:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation/pension
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.
Check out our website for more information on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
The Western Power strategy is driven by an ambitious and forward-focused vision: Working together to power a cleaner energy future. It acknowledges the collective effort involved in this exciting and challenging phase of WA’s energy transition, in which Western Power plays a key role. We are embarking on a journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future. Join us and be at the forefront of powering change.