Area Manager - Electrical | Carmody's Hill Wind Farm Project

DT Infrastructure; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Purpose-driven careers

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Industry-leading parental leave policies

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in South Australia seeks an experienced Area Manager – Electrical to oversee the delivery of major electrical projects. The role demands a proven track record in managing large-scale electrical infrastructure works while ensuring safety, quality, and financial targets are achieved. Candidates should hold a tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline and have experience leading multi-disciplinary teams. This permanent full-time position offers competitive pay, opportunities for career growth, and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering large-scale electrical infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams within complex environments.
• Experience managing design–construction interfaces effectively.
• Strong background in project management including cost control, scheduling, and QA.
• Experience with design–construction interfaces and technical coordination.

Responsibilities

• Ensure construction compliance with design standards.
• Lead coordination meetings with stakeholders and contractors.
• Oversee project budgets and monitor performance against commercial targets.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control to meet targets.
• Monitor commercial performance and address variances proactively.
• Lead subcontractor management and contract administration.
• Develop and implement an Area Execution Plan aligned with objectives.
• Establish a baseline program identifying key activities and critical path.
• Ensure works comply with quality systems and standards.
• Oversee inspections, test plans, and progressive lot closure.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering

Cost control

Team management

Technical coordination

Education

Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or Project Management

Project Management qualification

Job description

Overview

Job description:

About the Project: Carmody's Hill Wind Farm
The project is a 256 MW utility-scale wind farm in the Mid North region of South Australia. DT Infrastructure has been awarded the full Balance of Plant scope. Construction is scheduled to commence in early 2026, with operations expected to begin in late 2028. The project is developed by Aula Energy and Renewable Project Services.

About the Position:

We are seeking an experienced Area Manager – Electrical to join us on this major project. The Area Manager – Electrical is accountable for the safe, efficient, and commercially successful delivery of the electrical project scope. Success is measured through HSE, quality, program, financial, and client satisfaction outcomes.

This is a permanent full-time position with DTI. There are opportunities to grow and move onto future projects. There may be an opportunity for either DIDO from SA on a 5:2 roster or FIFO from WA on a 2:1 roster.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the design and construction interface register and ensure timely closeout of issues.
• Lead regular coordination meetings between internal disciplines, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Review design deliverables for technical alignment, buildability, and compliance.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures to meet financial targets.
• Monitor commercial performance and take proactive action to address variances.
• Lead subcontractor management and contract administration in line with DTI and client requirements.
• Develop and implement an Area Execution Plan that aligns with project and corporate objectives.
• Establish and maintain a baseline program identifying key activities and critical path.
• Ensure all works comply with DTI and client quality systems and standards.
• Oversee inspections, test plans, and progressive lot closure.
• Participate in DTI’s performance management process through regular reviews and goal setting.
• Encourage continuous improvement and accountability within project teams.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in an Electrical Senior Project Engineer, Area Manager or CM position delivering large-scale electrical infrastructure or construction projects, preferably in rail, energy, or renewables.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors within a complex delivery environment.
• Strong background in project management, including cost control, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Experience managing design–construction interfaces and technical coordination.

Why work for DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI continues to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
• Fostering your development: We’ve developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre. Fostering the growth and development of our people is a core focus for our business.
• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry-leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life.
• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone’s needs are different in achieving work-life balance. We’ll work together to make it work, including hybrid working, adjusted hours, or job sharing where possible.

This exciting role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and to develop your career within a highly successful organisation. DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression and apply for opportunities.