Vegetation Services Manager

SA Power Networks is seeking a motivated and experiencedVegetation Services Managerto lead the delivery of our vegetation management programs.
This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and compliance of our operations while driving a positive team culture and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.
About the role
As the Vegetation Services Manager, you will:
Oversee the financial and operational management of vegetation programs, ensuring compliance with theElectricity Act 1996and associated regulations.
Provide leadership to the vegetation work group, promoting a vision and culture that drives productivity and business success.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to schedule and prioritise work programs that meet business and legislative obligations.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external customers, and contractors to improve customer service and ensure compliance.
Monitor and manage contractor performance to ensure work is delivered safely, meets quality standards, and complies with contractual and regulatory requirements.
Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in vegetation management practices.
Culture & benefits
As a valued member of SA Power Networks, you will enjoy being part of a collaborative team and relish an environment with a true sense of community.
We offer a platform where you can engage, grow and innovate your career within an exciting organisation that values safety and is committed to the success of its people.
You will also enjoy a range of benefits designed to support you and your family, some including:
A commitment to work-life balance.
13% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions).
Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements each year
17.5% leave loading payable on annual leave
Automatic coverage from SA Power Networks income protection scheme
Paid parental leave - Primary Parent (18 weeks) / Secondary Parent (5 weeks)
About you
We're seeking a leader who:
Has proven experience in managing operational programs, preferably in vegetation management or a related field.
Demonstrates strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and drive team performance.
Is knowledgeable about regulatory compliance, particularly under theElectricity Act 1996and its regulations.
Excels in stakeholder engagement and relationship management, both internally and externally.
Has a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Is skilled in contractor management and performance oversight.
Foster a strong safety culture by setting clear expectations and supporting consistent safety practices across Vegetation Services.
About us
SA Power Networks plays a pivotal role in South Australia by connecting all South Australians to a reliable and efficient electricity network.
Working together with communities across South Australia, we are proud to be world leaders in delivering a cleaner, greener and a more sustainable energy future, today.
As one of the state's largest and most reputable employers, we offer a diverse and collaborative work environment where our people take pride in the innovation of a high performing work culture and a commitment to safety that all South Australians can be proud of.
With award-winning training, internal development programs and diverse career pathways SA Power Networks will help empower your career, while you help empower South Australia.
Applications close 14th September 2025
SA Power Networks is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all genders, cultures and backgrounds.
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SA Power Networks is one of the State's largest organisations, employing more than 2,000 people throughout metropolitan and regional South Australia.
We are responsible for a major and essential part of the State's infrastructure, with our electricity distribution network delivering power to more than 830,000 South Australian customers.
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Our responsibilities include:

• maintaining the safety and reliability of the network;

• extending and upgrading the network to meet growth and expansion;

• maintaining street lighting for councils and government; and

• undertaking meter data collection for retailers.
We've set up this Facebook page as another way to help ensure we provide timely information to our South Australian customers.
Source: this is an extract from the company's own website.
SA Power Networks is one of the State's largest organisations, employing more than 2,000 people throughout metropolitan and regional South Australia.
We are responsible for a major and essential part of the State's infrastructure, with our electricity distribution network delivering power to more than 830,000 South Australian customers.
Visit us at .
Our responsibilities include:

• maintaining the safety and reliability of the network;

• extending and upgrading the network to meet growth and expansion;

• maintaining street lighting for councils and government; and

• undertaking meter data collection for retailers.
We've set up this Facebook page as another way to help ensure we provide timely information to our South Australian customers.
Source: this is an extract from the company's own website.
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