Operations Manager

EPEC Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site barista (Brisbane office)

Flexible working to support work/life

Opportunities for leadership andcareer

Job summary

EPEC Group is building its own HV construction capability in Brisbane and seeks an Operations Manager to own the people, plant and workshop that enable self‑perform HV construction. You will coordinate resourcing plans with project teams and ensure workshop readiness to meet schedules.

You will lead training, licences and HV authorisations, manage fleet and depots for safety and efficiency, and implement rolling 12-week and 12-month plans to keep the right people and equipment in the right

Qualifications

• Own training, licences and HV authorisations for every field role and run the apprentice program end to end.
• Maintain fleet, plant and depots to keep them safe, compliant and productive.
• Lead the workshop and warehouse, aligning maintenance with project schedules.
• Define which HV scopes EPEC builds in-house and recruit/retain the workforce to deliver them.
• Run a 12-week and 12-month resource plan with project managers.

Responsibilities

• People and capability: Own training, licences and HV authorisations and run the apprentice program end to end.
• Fleet, plant and facilities: Keep fleet and depots safe, compliant and available; make buy/lease/hire decisions.
• Workshop: Lead workshop and warehouse team to align with project schedules.
• Self-perform HV construction: Define in-house scopes and recruit/structure the workforce to deliver them.
• Resourcing: Run rolling 12-week and 12-month plans with project managers.

Skills

HV construction leadership

Fleet management

Workshop management

Resourcing planning

People development (apprentices)

Safety compliance (HV)

Project coordination

Education

Trade certification or Engineering degree

Job description

Lead EPEC's field services and build our in-house HV construction workforce, covering people, plant, workshop and resourcing.

11th November, 2026

About Us
EPEC Group is a nationally recognised high-voltage engineering and EPC partner, providing HV power engineering, EPC (for substations, lines and BESS BoP), testing and compliance services, along with market modelling, SCADA and Hardware-in-the-Loop capability.
Since being founded in 2019, EPEC has grown rapidly to become a trusted delivery partner on some of Australia's most complex renewable energy projects, from 400 MW solar farms and 200 MW battery storage systems to 330 kV substations delivered for international developers entering the Australian market for the first time.
Founded by specialists in power system engineering, project delivery and generator compliance, our mission is to simplify the grid connection process and remove the uncertainty that costs projects time and money. We manage connections to the National Electricity Market (NEM) through end-to-end solutions, from pre-enquiry through to connection, registration, testing, compliance and commercial operations. What sets EPEC apart is that everything is delivered in-house: power system modelling, EPC construction, SCADA, commissioning and compliance testing, all under one roof and one point of accountability.
The Role
EPEC is building its own HV construction capability and this role leads it. As Operations Manager you will own the people, plant and workshop that let EPEC self-perform the majority of its HV construction, along with the resourcing plan our project teams rely on. The workshop and warehouse will be led by you.
Responsibilities

• People and capability: Own training, licences and HV authorisations for every field role and run the apprentice program end to end
• Fleet, plant and facilities: Keep our fleet, plant and depots available, safe and compliant and make the buy, lease or hire calls that keep them earning their way
• Workshop: Lead the workshop and warehouse team and set priorities that keep maintenance and mobilisation in step with project schedules
• Self-perform HV construction: Work with leaders to define which scopes EPEC builds with its own crews then recruit, structure and retain the workforce to deliver them
• Resourcing: Run a rolling 12-week and 12-month resource plan with project managers so the right people and equipment are in the right place

11th November, 2026

About Us
EPEC Group is a nationally recognised high-voltage engineering and EPC partner, providing HV power engineering, EPC (for substations, lines and BESS BoP), testing and compliance services, along with market modelling, SCADA and Hardware-in-the-Loop capability.
Since being founded in 2019, EPEC has grown rapidly to become a trusted delivery partner on some of Australia's most complex renewable energy projects, from 400 MW solar farms and 200 MW battery storage systems to 330 kV substations delivered for international developers entering the Australian market for the first time.
Founded by specialists in power system engineering, project delivery and generator compliance, our mission is to simplify the grid connection process and remove the uncertainty that costs projects time and money. We manage connections to the National Electricity Market (NEM) through end-to-end solutions, from pre-enquiry through to connection, registration, testing, compliance and commercial operations. What sets EPEC apart is that everything is delivered in-house: power system modelling, EPC construction, SCADA, commissioning and compliance testing, all under one roof and one point of accountability.
The Role
EPEC is building its own HV construction capability and this role leads it. As Operations Manager you will own the people, plant and workshop that let EPEC self-perform the majority of its HV construction, along with the resourcing plan our project teams rely on. The workshop and warehouse will be led by you.
Responsibilities

• People and capability: Own training, licences and HV authorisations for every field role and run the apprentice program end to end
• Fleet, plant and facilities: Keep our fleet, plant and depots available, safe and compliant and make the buy, lease or hire calls that keep them earning their way
• Workshop: Lead the workshop and warehouse team and set priorities that keep maintenance and mobilisation in step with project schedules
• Self-perform HV construction: Work with leaders to define which scopes EPEC builds with its own crews then recruit, structure and retain the workforce to deliver them
• Resourcing: Run a rolling 12-week and 12-month resource plan with project managers so the right people and equipment are in the right place

About You

• Experience leading field teams, workshops or fleet in HV construction, electrical infrastructure or a similar environment (a trade or engineering background would be desirable)
• A track record of building and developing trade teams, including apprentices, supervisors and leading hands
• Working knowledge of HV safety requirements and authorisations such as switching and access permits
• Experience managing plant, fleet and equipment assets and their budgets
• Comfortable planning people and equipment across several projects at once
• A practical leader with commercial awareness who works well with project managers and senior leadership

Why Join EPEC Group?

This is a chance to shape how EPEC builds. You will lead the growth of our in-house construction workforce on large renewable energy and grid connection projects, with the backing of a leadership team that wants to self-perform more of its work.

What we offer:

• Work on complex, high-impact infrastructure projects
• Fully stocked snack bar and drinks
• Collaborate with high-performing teams and industry experts
• Enjoy a culture that values growth, innovation, and collaboration
• Opportunities for leadership, development, and career progression
• Frequent team and social events
• On-site barista (Brisbane office)
• Professional memberships
• Access to EAP and novated leasing
• Flexible working to support work/life balance

(No agency approaches, please. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from recruitment agencies.)