Planner | Electrical Power Transmission

We are moving Australia forward, and we want you to move with us.

When you join UGL, you will collaborate with some of the Australias most talented experts to help shape the nation. With opportunities to work on large-scale projects from start to finish, you will have the space to grow your skills, pursue your passion, and be supported in creating a career journey that aligns with your aspirations and lifestyle.

UGL Utilities Operations & Maintenance business is a trusted provider of essential services across power, water, and gas sectors. With a strong reputation and long-standing contracts in power distribution, transmission, and water operations and maintenance, we are poised for significant growth.

The Opportunity

The Planner plays a crucial role in efficiently organising planned works to align with UGL and client deadlines, optimising the utilisation of UGL workforce, trades, and associated resources. By crafting appropriate work plan, the Planner enables supervisors & crew leads to achieve high levels of utilisation, minimising downtime and ensuring ample resources for projects & programs of work.

Key responsibilities:

·       Plan routine and non-routine operations & maintenance jobs in a grouped sequence for efficiency and minimising customer outages.

·       Prepare Service Order job packs with priorities and target completion dates, client information, Dial Before You Dig, WHS requirements, quality requirements, materials, subcontractor requirements, special requirements, customer notifications, etc

·       Consultant with landowners, councils, developers, government authorities and various external and internal departments to ensure all requirements, clearances, permits and relevant authorisation are obtained prior to new construction works commencing and throughout the project life

·       Apply for electrical access to various networks within the applicable timeframes and compliance requirements, monitor and amend applications to the operating day. 

·       Schedule labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and tools to maintain defined performance criteria

·       Maintain and update active work schedules by using appropriate resources to deliver the most cost-effective plan and time schedules quality of work, productivity, utilisation, and HS&E in conjunction with Program Manager and Supervisors

·       Work with the Program Managers and Supervisors to ensure quality and safety audits of the work undertaken is completed by contractors and employees.

·       Work with the Quality Manager to optimise planning processes and systems

·       Review system processes and procedures to ensure most effective and efficient operating practices are being utilised.

·       Collate and assist in the monitoring of performance, Milestones and KPI's and assist in the implementation of any corrective actions and improvement opportunities 

·       Promote and assist implementing health and safety strategies, guidelines and legislation so to ensure workforce compliance and promote a culture of care and concern for all team members.

Ideal attributes

The following Ideal attributes are highly desired, but if you do not tick all the boxes, you could still be a great fit. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

·       Experienced Planner ideally in the electrical transmission and distribution environment

·       Demonstrated ability to efficiently plan and schedule powerline works, utilising project management tools and methodologies to optimise timelines.

·       Ability to generate insightful reports on project progress, resource utilization, and potential bottlenecks, facilitating data-driven decision-making for future projects.

Next Steps

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As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate the suitability of an applicant for a role including criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work checks, and reference checks.

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Why Join UGL?

·       Flexible work options

·       Discounts with major retailers

·       Private health insurance offers, wellness program and discounts

·       Leadership & Mentoring Programs

·       Education assistance

·       Salary continuance insurance and Novated car leasing

· weeks of primary carer leave, and 3 weeks partner leave

· employees. 20,000 + development activities for employees each year.

Diversity & Inclusion at UGL
We embrace diversity and are committed to a supportive, inclusive workplace. Our initiatives include:

·       Pay equity and eco-friendly practices.

·       Community support and charitable causes

·       Female leadership, sponsorship, and inclusion programs

·       Empowering programs for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Australians

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruitment process.