Program Manager

Program Manager - Distribution System Operator (DSO)

• Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity
• Remuneration : $191,640 - $208,413 plus 16% superannuation (salary above the base dependant on skills and experience)
• Location – Greenway, Canberra (free parking available)
• Exciting opportunity to lead transformation and drive innovation
• Work for a business dedicated to the community

Evoenergy is seeking a visionary Program Manager – Distribution System Operator (DSO) to lead a multi-year transformation program that will shape the future of our electricity network. This is a unique opportunity to drive strategic change, enhance grid visibility, and enable orchestration of Consumer Energy Resources (CER) across our network.

About the Role

As Program Manager – DSO, you will lead the delivery of Evoenergy's Future Networks CER roadmap, focusing on dynamic operating envelopes, grid visibility, and operational readiness. You'll champion innovation, governance, and strategic alignment, ensuring the transformation portfolio delivers measurable value to our customers and the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the DSO transformation portfolio, aligning initiatives with corporate strategy and regulatory frameworks.
• Manage and mentor the DSO Project Management team to ensure high performance and capability uplift.
• Prioritise and sequence work across the portfolio to maximise value and manage interdependencies.
• Drive delivery of program milestones with a focus on innovation, quality, and operational readiness.
• Monitor KPIs and report on budget, performance, risks, and benefits realisation.
• Engage stakeholders across Evoenergy and externally to foster support and collaboration.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and regulatory changes to inform strategic direction.

What You'll Bring

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Deep knowledge of electricity distribution systems and CER orchestration.
• Proven experience delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects in large organisations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Technical expertise in future grid systems, including IT/OT integration and DERMS.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and external resources.

Desirable:

• Formal project management certification (PMI, PMP, PRINCE2).
• Extensive contract management and negotiation experience.
• Understanding of the DSO model and its strategic implications.

Skills & Attributes

• Strategic thinking and analytical decision-making.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Adaptability, innovation, and a collaborative mindset.

Why Join Evoenergy?

At Evoenergy, our vision is Powering Possibilities. We're committed to a culture of safety, accountability, positivity, and future-focused thinking. We support our people, celebrate success, and make time for fun.

Here's what we offer:

• Professional growth through ongoing development and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Health and wellbeing support including free gym memberships and free annual flu vaccinations
• On-site physiotherapy and a range of wellness resources to keep you feeling your best
• Income protection for up to 3 years to safeguard your future
• Recognition that matters through our meaningful reward and recognition program

Ready to lead the future of energy?

If you want to be part of a team driving real change in the energy sector, apply now To apply, please log onto our recruitment portal and submit your cover letter and resume outlining the experience, qualifications, and capabilities you can bring to the role.

To learn more about the role please reach out to Rebecca Beasley at or if you have any questions about the application process, please email Macy Dkhar at

Closing Date : Monday 10 November 2025

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds, and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.