Primary Location

VIC - Ferntree Gully

Job Description Summary

Service Stream is seeking a proactive and highly organised Program Manager to lead the successful delivery of major power programs across Victoria. As a part of working directly for an Asset Owner or key government projects, Service Stream is growing its capability, and this is an exciting role to be part of the growth and influence key outcomes.

As a leading provider of essential network services, we deliver critical infrastructure across the utilities sector. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we are committed to safety, compliance, and building workforce capability.

About the Role

The  role  provides  both  strategic  and  operational  leadership  for  the  successful  delivery  of  power  programs  and  major

projects. It oversees field supervisors, project managers, and project engineers to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality

execution of work. The position is accountable for delivering large-scale power projects (up to $15M) within scope, budget,

and schedule, while maintaining strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards. Responsibilities

include being the owner of the Power PMM and managing all phases of major projects from initiate through to close-out.

As a key leadership role, it drives safety culture, people development, and performance management, while dynamically

allocating resources to enable the successful delivery of the broader Power business objectives.

Nature of position:       Permanent, Full-Time 

Location:                            Vic – Ferntree Gully

Reporting Line:               Power Program Director - Vic

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver power projects up to $15M within scope, budget, and schedule to the Service Stream PMM framework.
• Manage stakeholders including clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Control project finances, monitor costs, and manage variations in a timely manner. 
• Ensure safety and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
• Oversee quality assurance, testing, commissioning, and documentation including being PM2 accredited.
• Coordinate resources efficiently (people and plant) and mitigate risks to achieve successful outcomes.

About You

If you are a safety-focused leader who thrives in complex project environments and is ready to take ownership of major power infrastructure projects, we want to hear from you.

Experience required

• Over 10 years’ experience in overhead/underground lines construction management projects.
• Project Management experience in a contracting organisation or project based business or similar with a proven ability to operate in a dynamic “live” environment and to meet project hurdles
• Experience in the application of structured project management methodologies to a wide range of projects
• Understanding of power distribution networks, processes and procedures

Qualifications required

• Trade qualifications or Civil/Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent (Project Management/Construction Management).
• PM2 Accredited (desirable)

Competencies required

• Computer Literate 
• Report writing ‘live’ environment
• Core Programming Skills 
• Knowledge of work structures, conditions, tools and equipment used by team construction staff
• Ability to manage and take accountability for all project functions
• Financial Management: ability to maintain budgets & drive cost accountability
• HSEQ– risk assessment, legislative compliance

About Us

ServiceStream, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy and water networks in the telecommunications, utilities and transport industries. We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue-chip client base.

ServiceStream is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, LGBTQI and other diverse groups to strengthen relationships and benefit our people, clients, and communities.

ServiceStream are a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment. We value the skills and experience of ex-ADF members and their partners and will strongly consider veterans who meet the key criteria for our employment opportunities.

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How to Apply

If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.