APAC Section Lead Infrastructure Power

13 hours ago


Perth, Western Australia Jacobs Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

It's an exciting time to be part of the energy transition as our Energy & Power business continues to experience rapid growth across the APAC region, working with new and established clients to deliver the Energy Transition. From major renewable energy projects to high voltage direct current inter country interconnectors and offshore grids, we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build a cleaner and more resilient energy future.

We are searching for our next people leader in Infrastructure Power; a dynamic role that combines people leadership, client management and project delivery. You could be someone from a technical background who has transitioned into a Design or Project Management role, with a thorough understanding of Transmission & Distribution or an Electrical Engineer who has developed their career in the infrastructure power field. Our Infrastructure Power team deliver consultancy services in the fields of Power Engineering, operating across a range of High Voltage design services in power generation and distribution. We have the exciting opportunity to collaborate with Power Utilities, Rail, Water, Defence, Industrial and Renewable Power clients, managing multi discipline delivery and coordination for major projects, including electrical engineering services through to the lifecycle of the assets.

Here's what you'll need

The APAC Section Lead Infrastructure Power will support the APAC Geographic Lead, Transmission and Distribution, in providing inclusive leadership and strategic direction to the team. This enticing management opportunity will combine some project work, offering a unique blend of strategic oversight and practical application.

Key Focus Areas

  • Embody Jacobs' core values and foster an inclusive, diverse culture that prioritises our people's wellbeing
  • Set clear direction and maintain strong client relationships to anticipate and meet their needs
  • Inspire innovation while ensuring outstanding project delivery and proactive commercial management
  • Prioritise the Section's growth, resource alignment, recruitment, retention and development programs to reflect the current and future needs of the practice
  • Support team members in aligning their goals with key business objectives
  • Encourage cross geography relationships to maximise global delivery benefits in collaboration with local delivery

What You'll Contribute

  • Prior people leadership experience of medium to large sized teams
  • Exceptional client management and relationship building ability, ideally gained in consultancy
  • Driven to succeed internal KPI's and metrics to ensure a profitable and evolving business
  • Motivated to inspire, develop, and provide effective performance management to team members while fostering an inclusive and innovative work environment.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.

We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

Cultural Support
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.



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