Project Officer

• Coordinate and manage end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects supporting the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone.
• Permanent Full Time | $149,387 - $176,778 Plus 16.5% super and Fortnightly RDO
• We are open to multiple locations: Singleton, Muswellbrook, Beresfield or Newcastle

About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good

We’re the largest distributer of electricity on Australia’s east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We’re here at the heart of the energy transition, and we’re driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.

It’s an exciting new chapter for our company with each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver, store and use electricity. As we continue to grow, we’re in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.

Everyone’s job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

See yourself working here

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you’ll join the Transmission Development and Growth group, a team leading the delivery of the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone (HCC REZ) — the most significant enhancement to Ausgrid’s network in over 25 years. This transformative initiative will enable the transfer of 1 gigawatt of renewable energy by 2028, supporting a reliable and sustainable energy future for the region.

The program includes:

• Upgrading 85km of existing sub-transmission power lines
• Building two new substations
• Multiple brownfield substation augmentations
• Installing 18km of new underground fibre optic communications cable

As a Project Officer, you’ll be responsible for coordinating and delivering infrastructure projects that directly support this critical work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing components of work that support project delivery
• Preparing project documentation including management plans, site records, quality and safety documentation, reports, and programs.
• Management and oversight of construction activities.
• Maintaining project and asset management systems, including data population.
• Coordinating safe network access
• Coordinating resources, plant, equipment, and contracted services to meet project requirements.
• Building effective stakeholder relationships, including internal teams, landowners, councils, and external bodies.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant standards, codes, and legislation.
• Administering contracts and tenders, including procurement and implementation oversight.
• Conducting audits and inspections to ensure governance and performance standards are met.
• Investigating and reporting on equipment performance and defects.
• Facilitating project risk assessments, lessons learned, and close-out reporting.

What you bring to the role

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.

To be successful, you will have the following skills & experience:

• Tertiary qualifications or an Advanced Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and successfully delivering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and financial oversight.
• Intermediate computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and project management systems.
• Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Sound knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes on time and within budget.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to provide a regular presence on site throughout the Hunter region.

Desirable:

• Extensive experience in a similar role within the electricity supply industry.
• Experience in facilitating access to the Ausgrid network.
• Understanding of related engineering disciplines.

Life at Ausgrid

At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.

Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other’s best. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.

We’re proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you’re caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.

If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.

Application close date: 15 October 2025 (please note, this date is subject to early closure)

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.