Project Manager - Electrical Infrastructure

Job description

• Manage the full lifecycle of depot electrification and electrical upgrade projects, including power supply upgrades, smart charger deployments, and renewable energy integration.
• Assess and document existing depot electrical infrastructure, including main switchboards, transformer capacity, and grid limitations.
• Lead the interpretation of electrical design drawings, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and charger specifications, ensuring compliance with Ausgrid and Endeavour Energy standards.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors, and ASPs for design submissions, approvals, and site delivery.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (Fleet, City Projects, Sustainability, ICT) to align electrical infrastructure with fleet rollout plans and depot operations.
• Prepare and manage budgets, procurement documentation, and work programs for assigned projects.
• Monitor site works to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, including Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and WHS regulations.
• Contribute to energy modelling, monitoring, and reporting for depot power use and charger utilisation trends.
• Provide subject matter expertise on energy consumption, peak demand planning, and smart load management strategies

• Electrical trade qualification (NSW electrical licence) or degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing infrastructure projects in utilities, fleet, or depot environments.
• Strong knowledge of power systems including HV/LV switchboards, transformers, metering, and energy management systems.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting electrical designs, coordinating ASP1/ASP2/ASP3 works, and managing delivery under utility provider guidelines.
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High-level proficiency in project planning tools (e.g., MS Project), AutoCAD or Revit (for drawing interpretation), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management, and compliance in electrical project environments.