Regional Manager North

Apply Job no: 17992 Lead Regional Operations Own Safety, People & Performance Drive Field Delivery Excellence Who We Are Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia's energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering over $1B portfolio annually,the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation's energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia. Combining strategic thinking with practical execution, you will lead critical initiatives that support business growth, capability development, market positioning and investment opportunities, ensuring Zinfra remains well positioned to capture emerging opportunities across the energy transition. Role Purpose: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Regional Manager is accountable for the safe, efficient and effective field delivery of the allocated works program across multiple depots within a defined geographical region. This includes planned maintenance, customer connections and network-initiated works, reactive fault response, and emergency works. Leading a team of Field Delivery Managers and working collaboratively with Planning Team Leaders, Program Coordinators, Minor Customer Works, Customer Works Project Managers, Completions, HSE, HR Business Partners and corporate support teams, the Regional Manager provides operational leadership and strategic oversight to achieve program delivery, safety, commercial and customer performance targets. The role drives operational excellence through disciplined works delivery, effective resource and workforce planning, an adaptive response to changing priorities, strong people leadership and coaching, and a culture of continuous improvement. Key Attributes & Experience: Demonstrated experience within construction, utilities, maintenance, planning/scheduling and managing crews in a unionised operational environment. In-depth exerience in senior operational leadership roles. Demonstrated capability in leading and coordinating field delivery programs and operational teams. Experience in resource management, risk management and compliance. Experience operating in contract service environments is beneficial. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP and digital work management systems. Demonstrated experience within construction, utilities, maintenance, planning/scheduling and managing crews in a unionised operational environment. Strong knowledge of HSEQ frameworks, safety legislation and risk management requirements. Sound understanding of business and financial performance drivers. Relevant trade, technical or project management qualification, or equivalent operational leadership experience. Strong understanding of Victorian electricity distribution networks and VESI rules. Culture & Benefits What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people's lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future. Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace designed to see you succeed in all areas of life. Recruitment Process During our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently. Apply today, you belong here. #LI-RY1 Published on 17 Aug 2026, 10:30 PM