Energy Infrastructure Development Director | Hybrid

VicGrid; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

VicGrid in Melbourne invites a Director, Development to steer the planning, development and delivery readiness of major energy infrastructure programs. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, drive business-case quality, and provide authoritative advice to executives and government partners.

You will manage complex development activities in a fast-paced environment, align with statutory requirements, and ensure high-quality outcomes while fostering collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in developing energy infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex risk.
• Proven track record in delivering investment-ready business cases.
• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project development team to deliver major energy infrastructure business cases on time, cost and quality.
• Drive development frameworks to meet investment and statutory requirements.
• Oversee consultant/works contracts and advisor programs.
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality management in development works.
• Identify risks proactively and negotiate with stakeholders to prioritise investment standards.
• Build relationships with government authorities, contractors and industry partners.

Skills

Energy infrastructure

Business case development

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Job description

VicGrid in Melbourne invites a Director, Development to steer the planning, development and delivery readiness of major energy infrastructure programs. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, drive business-case quality, and provide authoritative advice to executives and government partners.

You will manage complex development activities in a fast-paced environment, align with statutory requirements, and ensure high-quality outcomes while fostering collaboration across teams.