Electrical Construction Manager - Electricity Distribution

Electrical Construction Manager - Electricity Distribution

Lead Major AusNet & United Energy Programs | Tullamarine VIC

UGL Utilities O&M is a trusted delivery partner to some of Australia's largest utility providers.

Lead the safe and efficient delivery of electricity distribution maintenance and construction programs across Victoria's electricity network. Working across major AusNet and United Energy contracts, you'll lead field crews, manage client relationships, oversee workforce planning and play a key role in growing a high-performing operational team.

Why This Role

• Lead major electricity distribution programs across AusNet and United Energy
• Manage and grow a workforce expected to double over the next 12 months
• Broad commercial, financial and operational responsibility
• Stable long-term opportunity within the essential services sector
• Join a hands-on leadership role with strong field engagement and autonomy
• Direct engagement with key clients

About the Role

Lead the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of electricity distribution maintenance and construction programs across AusNet and United Energy. You'll manage field crews, workforce planning, client relationships and operational performance while ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with VESI requirements.

This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong field presence and the opportunity to lead a growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of electricity distribution maintenance programs
• Keep crews organised, resourced and ready to deliver work safely and efficiently
• Spend time in the field supporting teams, driving safety and solving operational challenges
• Build strong relationships with clients and provide regular performance updates
• Manage workforce planning, forecasting, invoicing and overall program performance

What We Offer

• Access our OneRewards Discount Program
• Hybrid working environment
• Discounted Medibank health insurance
• Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality
• Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan

About You

You are an experienced leader within the Victorian Electricity Supply Industry (VESI) who understands what it takes to safely deliver distribution network maintenance and construction programs.

• Experience leading Lineworkers and field-based electrical crews within the Victorian electricity distribution industry (VESI) is essential
• Experience working across AusNet, United Energy, Powercor, CitiPower, Jemena or similar distribution networks
• Strong workforce planning, resource allocation and operational delivery capability
• Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and manage operational performance
• Hands-on leadership style with commercial acumen, including forecasting, reporting and program management

About UGL

UGL is a leading provider of engineering, construction, maintenance and asset management services across sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world's largest companies, government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions.

As a member of the CIMIC Group, we value diversity in our team's backgrounds, ideas and work styles. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and a pre-employment medical.

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