Senior Program/Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia Essential Energy Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

We're seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Program/Project Manager to join Essential Energy. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of major capital and operational projects and programs, ensuring alignment with our strategic business and asset management objectives.

This role has a preferred location of Dubbo, however, anywhere within our operational footprint will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multidisciplinary project teams, both internal and external.
  • Deliver projects and programs safely, efficiently, and within scope, time, and budget.
  • Drive continuous improvement in safety, environmental, and risk management.
  • Oversee procurement, contract management, and governance processes.
  • Prepare business cases and reports for senior leadership and the Board.
  • Develop and manage project schedules, workforce planning, and resource forecasts.
  • Ensure compliance with governance, change control, and reporting standards.
  • Support strategic planning and stakeholder engagement across the organisation.

About You

You're a results-driven leader with a strong background in infrastructure delivery and project management. You thrive in complex environments and are passionate about driving excellence and innovation in program execution.

Qualifications & Certifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Project Management.
  • Diploma in Project Management or equivalent experience.
  • Project Management certification (e.g. PMI PMP, PRINCE2).

Desirable:

  • White Card, Driver's License.
  • Contract Management or WHS qualifications.
  • Auditing experience.

Experience

  • Extensive experience in construction and infrastructure project delivery.
  • Proven leadership in managing large, complex programs.
  • Strong background in contract negotiation and administration.
  • Skilled in business case development and strategic planning.

Skills

  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement.
  • Advanced project and program management capabilities.
  • Strong commercial acumen and risk management expertise.
  • Ability to lead change and foster high-performing teams.

Why Join Essential Energy?

We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience.

Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of benefits through our corporate partnerships with Qantas, Optus, nib, and Mildura Health Fund. You'll also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information.

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

At Essential Energy, we're committed to inclusion, diversity, and supporting regional communities. Our culture values collaboration, respect, and balance-where your voice is heard and your contributions matter.

For further information please contact Mark O'Donnell, Major Projects Director on

Applications close on Sunday 31 August at 11:55pm AEST.

Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disability. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact or call

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