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• Become part of the solution to climate change, accelerating Victoria’s renewable energy transition.
• Join a ‘for purpose’ government-owned energy company that empowers its people to make a difference.
• Opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to assist with Victoria’s transition to renewable energy.

Do work that makes a difference 
  
More action is needed to reduce emissions and manage climate change. At the SEC, we are building an enterprising and dynamic team to accelerate Victoria’s transition to renewables and help achieve Victoria’s renewable energy target of 95% by 2035. 
  
We are working together for renewable, affordable reliable energy for all Victorians.
  
Your role 
The SEC is delivering a 100% publicly owned renewable energy project in Horsham. The SEC Renewable Energy Park is an integrated solar and battery project to be built in two stages. We are seeking a Project Manager to support the Project Director in infrastructure delivery activities. This role will lead best practice and quality assurance activities associated with renewable energy and energy storage infrastructure projects in the Asset Delivery team. The role requires a blend of project management expertise, technical knowledge in renewable energy systems, ability to manage a portfolio of projects, strong record of best practice delivery.
  
The focus of this role will be on assisting the Project Director to oversee the project’s delivery ˗ on time, within budget and in line with regulatory requirements, as well as the SEC’s best practice expectations. It will successfully develop and implement project plans for investment and asset delivery, ensuring project activities have been delivered in accordance with the approved investment parameters and contractual obligations (i.e., under commitment deed and Service Delivery Agreement) including best practice requirements (e.g., regarding community engagement, achieving social licence), and Local Jobs First (Local Content) obligations.
  
This is a fixed term 2-year contract, with option to extend based on business need, which can be located in Horsham or the Wimmera region.
  
What you will do:
Core accountabilities include:
  
Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop comprehensive and clear project plans (i.e., for asset delivery activities), including scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
• Verify reports and accounting from Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) and other relevant contractors.

Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting:

• Cultivate strong relationships with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM), government agencies, local communities, Traditional Owners and environmental groups.

Compliance and Regulatory Requirements:

• Ensure activities across the portfolio of projects comply with government regulations (i.e., electrical safety, Health, Safety and Environment), permits, and environmental standards.
• Verify progress and compliance against best practice requirements and regulations by EPCM and other relevant contractors.

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure cost-effective procurements.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess project risks, developing mitigation strategies for timelines and budgets.

Contractual Obligations:

• Ensure that each project is being delivered and operated in line with the approved investment parameters and government requirements including best practice requirements (e.g., regarding community engagement, achieving social licence), Local Jobs First (Local Content), Traditional Owner engagement, and circular economy obligations.
• Review and ensure accuracy and clarity of EPCM and contractor progress reports.

  Interface across SEC business units and beyond

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to achieve successful project and program outcomes including contract negotiation, variations and execution in line with SEC policies. 

Who you are: 
Must Have:
Your capabilities and areas of expertise that matter most for this role are:

• Experience operating as a Project Manager managing EPC / EPCM activities on Solar and/or BESS projects.
• Able to spend up to two days per week on site in Horsham (accommodation can be provided).
• Proven project management experience in renewable energy, infrastructure development or related field.
• Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies: solar, wind, energy storage systems.
• Extensive experience in best practice delivery of projects including in meeting local content targets, Traditional Owner / Aboriginal Victorian engagement, conducting social procurement and successful community engagement.
• Experience managing contractual obligations under share sale agreements, joint development agreements, or MOUs.
• Excellent communication skills, influencing diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership managing cross-functional teams and contractors.
• Proficient in project budgeting, budget monitoring and financial reporting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic delivery environment.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, Planning or related field.  

Highly Desirable

• Strong understanding of government policies related to energy infrastructure projects.
• Extensive experience in project scheduling, budgeting and resource planning software.
• Experience in preparing renewable energy or storage asset investment business cases.
• Familiarity with various project management platforms like Aconex, Procore, and Primavera.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Familiarity with government policies, regulations, and commercial arrangements for renewable energy.

  Our empowered workforce 
A career with us means you’ll be joining a new and vibrant ‘for purpose’ government-owned renewable energy company that:   

• Empowers you to influence how we accelerate Victoria’s renewable energy transition and decarbonise our economy.
• Inspires you through meaningful, challenging work in an environment that encourages leadership and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Supports your growth through career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• Provides hybrid work arrangements, with flexible work options to meet individual circumstances, providing greater choice and autonomy.

About us  
We have an exciting and ambitious road ahead with a focus on: 

• Investing in renewable energy and storage projects that accelerate the transition and deliver commercial returns.
• Supporting households to go all electric to reduce their emissions and energy bills.
• Building the renewable energy workforce our energy transition requires.

We’re partnering with industry to transform the energy sector, opening the state up for further innovation and investments in renewables. This includes an initial $1 billion towards delivering 4.5 gigawatts of power through renewable energy and storage projects.    
  
We will also play an important role in helping Victorian households to reduce their energy bills and emissions by offering simple and effective solutions to help them switch to electric.
  
The energy transformation will create thousands of jobs. The SEC will play a role in attracting and training our future renewable energy workforce, including through the SEC Centre of Training Excellence.
  
How to Apply
We strongly encourage applications from gender diverse and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are also deeply committed to building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and people with disability, people from the LGBTIQ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. We strive to create a respectful and collaborative workplace culture that allows all employees to thrive.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job, but we recognise that there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. At the SEC we offer more than a job. We provide a platform for growth, encouraging you to bring your whole self to your role. However you identify and whatever your background, please apply if this is a role that excites you.
For further information and to explore this opportunity further please contact sec.careers@secvictoria.com.au
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and/ or a cover letter (optional) addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role.
Applications close on Friday 31st January 2025.
  
Other things to know

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit to be eligible to apply.
• To receive this information in an accessible format (such as large print or audio) or if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to sec.careers@secvictoria.com.au
• The SEC affirms that the collection and handling of applications and personal information will be consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.

  

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