APAC Section Lead Substations

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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 High Voltage substations; a dynamic role that combines people leadership, with 5 team leaders, client management and project delivery. This opportunity could suit 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 High Voltage Substations.

Here's what you'll need

The APAC Substations Section Lead will support the APAC Geographic Lead, Transmission and Distribution, in providing inclusive leadership and strategic direction to the team. This enticing management opportunity will be combined with 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, from either High Voltage Substations field or another High Voltage segment with core alignment
• 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 and develop team members while fostering an inclusive and innovative work environment.
• Applications are encouraged to be submitted by Friday 17 October

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.

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