Vegetation Manager

About the role

SA Power Networks is seeking a strategic minded leader with operational experience to join the team in Asset Management and Operations.

The Vegetation Manager holds responsibility for the strategic and operational oversight of Vegetation Services.

This encompasses the development and implementation of financial, risk, resource, and engagement strategies to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with the Electricity Act 1996 and its associated regulations.

The role involves providing leadership to the vegetation team, managing key contractors, and fostering strong internal and external relationships to achieve collaborative outcomes across the industry.

Other role responsibilities:

- Oversee the operational and financial management of vegetation programs, ensuring compliance with the Electricity Act 1996 and associated regulations

- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to prioritise work programs that meet business and legislative obligations

- Monitor and manage contractor performance to ensure work is delivered safely, meets quality standards, and complies with contractual and regulatory requirements

- Provide leadership to the vegetation work group, promoting a vision and culture that drives productivity, continuous improvement and business success

- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and contractors to improve customer service and ensure risk management

Culture & benefits

As a valued member of SA Power Networks, you will enjoy being part of a collaborative team and relish an environment with a true sense of community. We offer a platform where you can engage, grow and innovate your career within an exciting organisation that values safety and is committed to the success of its people.

You will also enjoy a range of benefits designed to support you and your family, some including:

- A commitment to work-life balance with truly flexible working arrangements, a great team environment and a career focus with development opportunities.

- An organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of its employees.

- Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements each year.

- Automatic coverage from SA Power Networks income protection scheme.

- Staff parking

About you

We are seeking a strategic minded people leader who:

- Has proven experience in managing operational programs, preferably in vegetation management or a related field

- Is knowledgeable about regulatory compliance, and its application in operations

- Proven ability to think strategically with a holistic view lens across various aspects of business with interrelated operations and interdependencies

- Exhibits exceptional leadership skills, inspiring and motivating teams to achieve high performance and successfully navigate transformation initiatives

- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management experience, both internally and externally, to influence and drive collaborative outcomes

- Is skilled in contractor management and performance oversight

About us

SA Power Networks plays a pivotal role in South Australia by connecting all South Australians to a reliable and efficient electricity network.
Working together with communities across South Australia, we are proud to be world leaders in delivering a cleaner, greener and a more sustainable energy future, today.

As one of the state’s largest and most reputable employers, we offer a diverse and collaborative work environment where our people take pride in the innovation of a high performing work culture and a commitment to safety that all South Australians can be proud of.

With award-winning training, internal development programs and diverse career pathways SA Power Networks will help empower your career, while you help empower South Australia.

For more information please contact:

christina.lekkas@sapowernetworks.com.au

Applications close 19 December 2025 9am

Applications are to be submitted online. Please include a Cover Letter and Resume.

Given the proximity of the Christmas and New Year period, review of applications, and interviews will proceed early in 2026, with further communication to follow.

SA Power Networks is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all genders, cultures and backgrounds.

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