SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – ENERGY & UTILITIES

Salt

Melbourne

Hybrid

AUD 22,140,000 - 24,907,500

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Join a major Australian energy provider as a Senior Project Manager in Melbourne. Lead critical technology initiatives to enhance energy delivery and customer service. This hybrid role offers a 6-month contract with a competitive daily rate, intended for experienced project managers with a strong background in energy and utilities.

Qualifications

5+ years as a Senior Project Manager in energy or utilities.
Experience managing complex technology projects in regulated environments.
Familiar with Agile and Waterfall project delivery methodologies.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of strategic tech projects in energy.
Oversee implementation of customer solutions and asset management.
Ensure stakeholder alignment and deliver high-impact outcomes.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Organizational abilities

Communication

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Energy & Utilities

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Senior Project Manager – Energy & Utilities

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager with a strong background in energy and utilities to join a major Australian provider on a 6-month rolling contract based in Melbourne. This role offers the opportunity to lead critical technology initiatives that support the evolution of energy delivery and customer service in a dynamic and regulated environment.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

Melbourne-based hybrid role
$1100/day inclusive of superannuation
6-month rolling contract with strong extension potential
Work with one of Australia’s largest and most innovative energy & utilities providers

THE ROLE

Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic technology projects within the energy and utilities domain.
Oversee the implementation of digital platforms, customer solutions, metering, asset management, or grid technologies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, engineering, operations, and regulatory affairs.
Drive planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and reporting.
Ensure stakeholder alignment across internal departments and external vendors.
Deliver high-impact outcomes in environments with strong compliance, operational, and customer expectations.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and agile delivery in project teams.

THE COMPANY

A forward-thinking Australian energy provider committed to delivering reliable, accessible, and sustainable energy solutions. With a strong focus on innovation, digital transformation, and customer-centricity, this organisation is shaping the future of energy through technology.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

5+ years as a Senior Project Manager with experience in energy, utilities, or essential infrastructure
Proven track record managing complex technology projects across metering, distribution, network systems, or customer platforms
Strong grasp of project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
Highly developed stakeholder management and vendor coordination skills
Exceptional problem-solving and organisational abilities
Experience navigating regulated environments and operational constraints
Strong communication and reporting skills at all organisational levels

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience delivering projects in electricity, gas, water, or renewable energy sectors
Familiarity with asset lifecycle management, field services, or outage management systems
Knowledge of Australian energy market structures and compliance frameworks

Please note: You must have full working rights to be considered for this role.

To apply, click the link and upload your current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx), or please send through a copy of your latest CV to dmann@welovesalt.com or give me a call on 0450013184 for a confidential discussion as I am looking to shortlist immediately.

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Please note: Only suitable candidates will get a call back for this vacancy.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Contract

Job function

Job function
Information Technology and Project Management
Industries
Energy Technology, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Services for Renewable Energy

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