Substation Construction Manager
Substation Construction Manager
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28-05-2025
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About the Role
Join PSD Energy as we deliver one of Victorias largest renewable energy projects the Horsham Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Were seeking an experienced Substation Construction Manager to lead the delivery of high-voltage substation works on-site ensuring quality safety and schedule are upheld to the highest standard.
Key responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the full lifecycle of substation construction including civil works structural steel cable installation HV equipment installation earthing and commissioning support.
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of site crews subcontractors and vendors to ensure delivery to program quality and safety standards.
- Develop and manage detailed construction programs in collaboration with the Project Manager ensuring alignment with engineering and procurement milestones.
- Monitor and report on progress productivity resourcing and potential risks to project delivery implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure all works are executed in accordance with construction drawings specifications ITPs and project QA/QC requirements.
- Lead site coordination meetings toolbox talks and pre-starts to ensure effective communication of daily objectives and risk controls.
- Work closely with Engineering QA HSE and Commissioning teams to manage interfaces resolve technical issues and deliver a safe high-quality substation.
- Ensure compliance with all WHS legislation and PSD Energy safety systems conducting site inspections incident investigations and promoting a zero-harm culture.
- Manage site documentation including permits to work inspection checklists daily diaries and construction records.
- Represent PSD Energy in client and stakeholder engagements on-site including responding to technical queries and site audits.
- Support procurement planning by forecasting material requirements and tracking delivery schedules.
- Coordinate energisation planning with the commissioning and operations teams ensuring safe isolation and test procedures are in place.
- Foster a collaborative and accountable site culture focused on delivery safety and continuous improvement.
About You
- Proven experience delivering HV substations (66kV) ideally within solar or BESS projects.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive program outcomes under pressure.
- Trade or tertiary qualifications in electrical civil or construction management.
- Solid understanding of substation construction methodologies and commissioning interface.
- Strong knowledge of WHS environmental and QA standards in construction.
- Ability to work in regional locations on an extended roster as required.
What we offer
- Be part of a flagship renewable project with a dynamic growing EPC contractor.
- Supportive and collaborative project team culture.
- Competitive salary or day rate with LAFHA/travel provided (FIFO/DIDO options available).
- Accommodation provided near site
- Be part of the transition to a cleaner energy future.
- Work on some of Australias most innovative renewable projects.
- Steady pipeline of work with potential for permanent employment
- Supportive and flexible team culture.
- Opportunities for growth and development within a growing business.
- Comprehensive benefits and store discounts package.
- Free on-site Gym with Weekly gym class
Ready to lead the charge on a major clean energy project
Apply now and energise your career with PSD Energy. For a confidential discussion please contact Tom onor via email on
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Manager
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Full-Time
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