Project Officer

SA Power Networks; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

13% superannuation

Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements

17.5% leave loading

Income Protection Coverage

Primary Parental Leave (18 weeks)

Secondary Parental Leave (5 weeks)

Corporate discounts on health insurance and gym memberships

Job summary

SA Power Networks is seeking a Project Officer in Adelaide to manage customer connection and distribution system projects. The role involves coordinating with management and contractors to ensure project delivery meets expectations. Candidates should have a diploma of engineering or project management, with at least two years’ experience in a similar role. The position offers a flexible working environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to South Australia’s energy needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related role.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Class C Driver’s Licence required.
• Understanding of compliance with relevant rules, standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage scoping and coordination of customer connection and distribution system projects.
• Support the Customer Solutions team’s responsibilities for new connections and alterations.
• Contribute to timely, cost-effective outcomes for customers and the network.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Diploma of Engineering or Diploma of Project Management

Tools

Design software

SAP

Job description

Looking for your next challenge where your work genuinely matters?

Join SA Power Networks and help power homes, businesses and communities across South Australia - today and into the future.

About the role

As a Project Officer, you’ll manage the scoping and coordination of customer connection and distribution system projects, working closely with management, internal delivery teams and external contractors to ensure projects are delivered reliably, efficiently and in line with customer expectations.

You’ll play a key part in supporting the Customer Solutions team’s statewide responsibilities for new connections, alterations, embedded generation and asset relocations, helping us deliver great customer service and support South Australia’s evolving energy needs.

Reporting to the Customer Solutions Manager, this role offers the opportunity to develop your project delivery capability while contributing to timely, cost-effective outcomes for our customers and the network.

Culture and benefits

At SA Power Networks, you’ll be part of a team where our values shape how we work every day.

We keep everyone safe, collaborate with purpose, take the initiative, and rise to the challenge to deliver for our people, customers and communities.

We offer an environment that values safety above all, encourages new ideas, and supports you to grow your career while making a meaningful contribution to South Australia.

You will also enjoy:

• 1-year fixed-term contract, with potential for ongoing opportunities within the business
• Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance
• 13% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions)
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements each year
• 17.5% leave loading payable on annual leave
• Income Protection Coverage
• Primary Parental Leave (18 weeks) and Secondary Parental Leave (5 weeks)
• Corporate discounts on health insurance and gym memberships
• Convenient office location in Keswick

About you

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Diploma of Engineering (electrical preferred) or Diploma of Project Management or equivalent qualification, or the equivalent level of skills and knowledge gained through experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related role
• Strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Class C Driver’s Licence
• Experience with design software and/or SAP
• Experience coordinating complex or high-volume customer projects
• Understanding of compliance with relevant rules, standards and procedures

About us

SA Power Networks plays a vital role in South Australia, connecting homes, businesses and communities to a safe, reliable and efficient electricity network.

We’re proud to be leading the transition to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future, working closely with communities across the state to achieve meaningful change.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With a collaborative culture, strong development pathways and a commitment to innovation, you’ll be supported to grow your career while making a real impact, connecting South Australians to a better energy future, today.

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Diversity & Inclusion

SA Power Networks is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from people of all genders, cultures and backgrounds

For more information about SA Power Networks visit www.sapowernetworks.com.au