Transmission Delivery Lead – Offshore Wind (Hybrid)

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne seeks a Manager, Transmission to lead a small team and coordinate with the Offshore Wind program on transmission delivery. Reporting to the Director, Infrastructure and Governance, you will ensure alignment with program objectives and governance processes.

You will bring energy transmission, infrastructure and project management expertise, navigating complexity and competing priorities while fostering accountability,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in infrastructure or transmission is desirable.
• Experience in public sector administration and senior-level advisory before government decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Transmission Manager role coordinating with the Offshore Wind program and engagement with the Offshore Wind Transmission project.
• Monitor delivery to ensure transmission outcomes meet broader program requirements and governance.
• Liaise with VicGrid and energy teams to resolve complex issues and manage interdependencies.
• Provide strategic advice to support timely government decision making and drive delivery outcomes.

Education

Infrastructure/transmission qualification or experience

Public sector project management/advisory experience

Job description

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC in Melbourne seeks a Manager, Transmission to lead a small team and coordinate with the Offshore Wind program on transmission delivery. Reporting to the Director, Infrastructure and Governance, you will ensure alignment with program objectives and governance processes.

You will bring energy transmission, infrastructure and project management expertise, navigating complexity and competing priorities while fostering accountability,