Operations Manager - Substations

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Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure and facilities. Our Infrastructure Services division operates three business units: Road Services; Infrastructure Projects and Utilities.  As we continue our evolution of growth and innovation, the best people are critical to our success in supporting our customers and catering to market demands.

With an increased volume of work and activity within the Substation project development business portfolio we are seeking a dedicated National Operations Manager reporting to the General Manager Power Projects to lead the growing national portfolio of Substations Operations Projects ensuring safe and successful delivery in line with client objectives, contract obligations and business goals.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As National Substations Operations Manager and part of the Power division’s leadership team, this role will focus on the operational delivery of Substations projects and programs for Power clients nationally. This is a multifaceted role drawing on strong operational delivery management skills, sound understanding and awareness of “zero-harm” principals and processes, resource management and development, positive stakeholder engagement, management skills and solid project performance capabilities. The role requires an individual who has operated at a similar level within the sector, overseeing the construction of Substations within the Power environment within Australia, who will be able to maintain and further promote Downer’s leading position in this field through the delivery of client and shareholder satisfaction, providing value for money solutions and business improvement.

ABOUT YOU

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a Trades background with significant demonstrable operational experience
• Successful track record evidencing your management experience in a power infrastructure and specifically within the substation operations market
• Previous exposure working for or with different power utilities and infrastructure clients
• Solid project planning, financial planning and operational budgeting skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of different state industrial and legislative requirements and specifications in support of operational delivery
• Sound decision making and analytical capabilities – demonstrating awareness of risk management methods, processes and practices to foster quality decision making
• Experience in managing, developing and growing a national resource capability in Substations construction projects  
• A successful track record of Zero Harm leadership as well as the ability to support operations to continually improve safety performance 
• Solid stakeholder management with the ability to proactively nurture and build positive relationships and identify new business opportunities
• An effective communicator at all levels – written and verbal, with the ability to negotiate with and influence others to achieve positive outcomes 

WHAT WE OFFER

• A workplace that focuses on Zero Harm
• An opportunity to make an impact with a growing and forward-thinking company
• Competitive Remuneration package based on experience

Apply for this great opportunity by clicking 'apply' above.  For further information call Paul Kazoullis – Talent & Sourcing Lead on 0429 190 563 or email [email protected]

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO AGENCY APPROACHES

As an employer who embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity, we encourage men and women of all ages and backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians, to apply.