Switching Manager, Perth WA – Power Networks O&M
Lead critical switching operations across Western Australia's electricity network
UGL's Utilities O&M business delivers critical maintenance, construction and network services across electricity transmission and distribution infrastructure. We partner with major utilities and asset owners to safely deliver essential power network services that keep communities connected.
We're looking for an experienced Switching Manager to join our team in Canning Vale and lead the safe coordination and delivery of HV and LV switching activities across our Western Australian operations.
Why this role
Lead a team of Switching Operators supporting critical power network operations.
Take ownership of HV and LV switching activities that enable safe access to the network.
Work closely with clients, field crews and operational stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of works.
Play a key leadership role driving safety, performance and operational excellence.
Join a stable and growing business delivering essential infrastructure services
About the role
As Switching Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing switching operations, network access requirements and the safe delivery of construction and maintenance activities across the network.
You'll lead a team of Switching Operators, coordinate resources, support planned outages and ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with client and regulatory requirements. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll balance technical expertise, operational oversight and people leadership to achieve outstanding outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Lead and manage HV and LV switching activities to support the safe delivery of network projects and maintenance works.
Oversee Switching Operators and field crews, ensuring high standards of safety, performance and compliance.
Coordinate network access requirements, including the development and submission of ENARs for planned works.
Build strong relationships with clients and operational stakeholders to support effective project delivery.
Drive continuous improvement across safety, operational performance and resource utilisation.
What we offer
About you
Experience leading switching operations, powerline construction or network maintenance activities within the electricity industry.
Strong leadership capability with experience managing teams, contractors and operational delivery.
Sound knowledge of HV and LV switching, network access requirements and safe work practices.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective client and workforce relationships.
Relevant electrical trade qualifications and switching authorisations, supported by a strong commitment to safety.
About Us
UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical.
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UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end-to-end engineering, services and operations provider. We have a rich history dating back to 1899 and since then we have grown to be a market leader in many of the sectors in which we operate.
Working with some of the most important companies and governments in Australia and globally, we help to play a role in people’s lives every day.
We keep Australia moving through our transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering, and we support the energy sector through our renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.
We are helping to shape the country through our major infrastructure projects across Australia and we’re preparing for the future with our new energy, Defence, telecommunications and technology expertise.
We are passionate about our 9000+ people and keeping them safe. We’re experts in what we do, and our in-house engineering team ensures we can provide a true end-to-end outcome for our customers.
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