Manager Engineering Delivery

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ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities.
Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.
About ElectraNet
ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities.
Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.
Employee BenefitsElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package + 12% superannuation + bonus.
In addition, we are proud to offer:
15 days personal/carers leave per year
16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer
Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations
Employee Assistance Program for your personal and professional wellbeing
Payment of Engineers Australia membership
Support achieving Chartered Status with Engineers Australia (Engineers only)
Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits.
Beyond the benefits, discover a rewarding career with:
Exciting and impactful projects across South Australia.
A welcoming and inclusive company culture with a strong team spirit.
Exceptional opportunities for career development and ongoing support.
Support for professional certifications and memberships.
Regular social events and team activities.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a visionary leader to join us as Manager Engineering Delivery, responsible for shaping and delivering ElectraNet's design management strategy.
This role is pivotal in driving technical excellence, operational efficiency, and commercial alignment across the organisation.
You will lead a team of 10+ Project Engineering Managers and collaborate across business units to ensure projects meet governance, technical, and performance standards.
Your influence will extend from strategic planning to hands-on delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering services.
Key focus areas:
Strategic and operational leadership of design management functions.
Driving innovation and continuous improvement across engineering delivery.
Building strong stakeholder relationships internally and externally.
Leading change and fostering a high-performance culture.
About You
You are a strategic and operational leader with deep expertise in engineering delivery, particularly in substation and transmission line design and construction.
You bring:
Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in leading engineering functions within complex, regulated environments.
Proven ability to develop and implement design management strategies that align with business goals and technical standards.
Strong financial acumen and commercial awareness, enabling sound decision-making and budget management.
Demonstrated success in building high-performance teams and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organisation and externally.
A clear and decisive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to manage risk and drive outcomes under pressure.
A tertiary qualification in a relevant technical or management field, with post-graduate qualifications in business or management considered advantageous.
Familiarity with industry standards such as the National Electricity Rules and Transmission Codes is desirable.
You'll be comfortable navigating change, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering technical excellence across diverse projects.
How To Apply
Please apply online via our careers page before Friday 3 October 2025.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date.
Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page.
Position Descriptions can be obtained by clicking here.
Successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks.
These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
ElectraNet is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We value the unique perspectives and experiences that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people bring to our team.
About ElectraNet and our work
ElectraNet designs, operates and maintains South Australia's electricity transmission network and infrastructure to ensure our communities and industries have access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy.
Our services include high voltage transmission connections, infrastructure services (such as grid-scale batteries and synchronous condensers) and telecommunications.
We have decades of experience delivering connections within the National Electricity Market (NEM) and confidently provide our clients with high voltage electricity transmission services, facilitating new connections to the grid and providing highly reliable electricity transmission to our customers.
Perks and benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Fifteen (15 days) paid personal leave
Paid leave for office closure
Professional development and training
Paid volunteering leave
Reimbursement of professional membership fees
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