Senior Portfolio Manager

• Help shape the future of Field Delivery at Ausgrid
• Permanent full-time opportunity | Competitive remuneration + bonus
• Lead a collaborative, multi-skilled team

About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good

We’re the largest distributor 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

We have 2 x roles in Sydney Reporting to Head of Region Field Delivery, you will lead a high-performing team, influence regional outcomes and create an environment where people thrive and deliver their best work.

As a visible and authentic leader, you will build trust and capability, align portfolio planning with field execution, and use strong project management, stakeholder engagement and performance leadership to strengthen collaboration, accountability and delivery.

Success will be measured through both operational outcomes and your ability to foster ownership, continuous improvement, engagement and development.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Organisational Alignment

• Align regional priorities, investment and field delivery.
• Translate strategy into clear plans and outcomes.
• Build cross-functional collaboration and accountability.
  
  

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop portfolio and planning teams.
• Build capability through coaching and succession.
• Foster an inclusive, psychologically safe and engaged team.
  
  

Portfolio & Program Delivery

• Oversee regional work portfolios to ensure safe, efficient and commercially sustainable delivery.
• Optimise planning, forecasting, scheduling and resources across planned and reactive work, and monitor delivery against targets.
• Identify performance issues early, take corrective action and drive efficiency, continuous improvement and transformation.
  
  

Stakeholder & Performance Management

• Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
• Influence outcomes through clear communication and collaboration.
• Drive performance, safety, quality and operational excellence.

What we are looking for

You are a proven people leader who combines strategic thinking with operational execution. You know how to build strong teams, develop future leaders and create clear accountability while maintaining a collaborative and inclusive approach.

• Extensive leadership experience in utilities, infrastructure, construction, field services or a similar operational environment.
• Proven success leading diverse, multidisciplinary teams and delivering outcomes through others.
• Strong project, program or portfolio management experience across planning, governance and execution.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• Commercial acumen and strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Knowledge of regulatory, safety and operational frameworks in asset-intensive businesses.
• A degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
  
  

Highly regarded

• Qualifications in business, leadership, project management or a related discipline.
• Experience leading planning, scheduling or portfolio management functions in a utility or network environment.
• Experience leading organisational change, cultural transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Why Join Ausgrid?

Join a regional leadership team where you can influence operational performance, develop people and help shape the future of energy in NSW. You will also enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration and performance incentives.
• Flexible working arrangements and industry-leading parental leave.
• Leadership development, study assistance and career pathways.
• Health, wellbeing, recognition and employee benefits programs.

Join Us

If you are an authentic leader who develops people, builds collaboration and delivers sustainable outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

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: 23 August 2026 (please note, this date is subject to early closure)

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.

By applying, you may be considered for a Talent Pool to support future opportunities over the next 12 months.