Portfolio Manager

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Ausgrid
Leading electricity distributor in New South Wales, delivering power safely and reliably.
Lead team delivering capital works, maintenance and fault response across Ausgrid's network.
24 days ago ago
A$200,819
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
1,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electricity distribution
Connections
Technical Services
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Infrastructure
Electrical Services
Network Design
Sub-transmission Systems
Distribution Systems
Underground Mains
Overhead Mains
Role
What you would be doing
project management
resource allocation
operational planning
safety compliance
team leadership
stakeholder engagement

As a Portfolio Manager, you’ll lead a team of professionals and paraprofessionals responsible for the preparation and delivery of internally managed works across Ausgrid’s network. You’ll play a key role in operational planning, team development, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes.

  • Contributing to investigations and providing recommendations to improve operations.
  • Lead a high-performing team delivering capital works, maintenance, and fault response across Ausgrid’s network.
  • Providing effective leadership, coaching, and performance management to build a high-performing team.
  • Managing stakeholder relationships, including resolution of complaints and community engagement.
  • Supporting technical excellence and accreditation through a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Ensuring compliance with Ausgrid’s safety, environmental, and quality policies.
  • Allocating work schedules to support fault response, maintenance, and capital works.
  • Managing projects against agreed budgets and timeframes.
  • Overseeing the preparation and execution of works to optimise resource utilisation and meet program targets.
  • Monitoring safety and delivery performance, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions.
  • Leading change initiatives aligned with corporate and business objectives.
What you bring
leadership
project management
electrical safety
driver licence
electrical engineering
microsoft office

**Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply**

  • Proven leadership experience managing complex workgroups and fostering a productive team culture.
  • Strong project and time management skills.
  • Current Electrical Safety Rules accreditation and Class C Driver’s Licence.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Additional qualifications in business or leadership.
  • High attention to detail, discretion, and ability to manage sensitive matters.
  • Degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
  • Ability to manage contracts and service providers.
  • Intermediate computer literacy in Microsoft Office and relevant systems.
  • Extensive knowledge of construction and maintenance practices for electrical mains and substations.
  • Proficiency in reading and preparing electrical system diagrams, schematics, and technical sketches.
  • Familiarity with Ausgrid’s network standards and DNSP communication systems.
Benefits

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.

Life at Ausgrid

  • Permanent Full-time Role | $200,819 + 16.5% Super + upto 10% bonus
  • Receive a Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO) in support of work life balance!
  • Join us at our Wallsend Depot | Flexible hybrid work mode
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Over 15,000 kilometers
Powerline Network
Maintains extensive infrastructure to supply electricity across urban and rural areas.
  • Ensures reliable electricity supply to millions of people across New South Wales.
  • Specializes in smart grids and innovative technologies to improve efficiency and sustainability.
  • Focuses on safety, reliability, and future-proofing the power distribution grid.
  • Supports new technologies like electric vehicles and renewable energy sources through grid upgrades.
  • Leads in automation and digital technology to enhance customer service and operational performance.
  • Transforms energy systems to meet growing demand and environmental goals.
Culture + Values
  • We are committed to creating a safer, more inclusive, and more sustainable environment.
  • Safety is our priority. We believe in ensuring the safety of everyone, every day.
  • We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone is respected and valued.
  • We embrace innovation, constantly improving the way we work and delivering new solutions to meet the needs of our customers.
  • We are accountable, owning our actions and decisions, and delivering on our commitments.
  • Collaboration is key. We work together to achieve shared goals, ensuring open communication and mutual respect.
Environment + Sustainability
2.5% annual reduction
Carbon Emissions
Achieved a reduction in carbon emissions per year, contributing to long-term sustainability goals.
  • Net Zero by 2050.
  • We are working to reduce emissions across all operations and investing in renewable energy.
  • We are transitioning our fleet to electric vehicles and reducing energy consumption in our offices.
  • We focus on sustainable infrastructure, with increased investment in renewable energy and smart grid technology.
Inclusion & Diversity
Gender Parity by 2030
Leadership Commitment
Aiming for equal representation of women and men in leadership roles.
40% Female Leadership
Current Leadership Composition
Reflects the current proportion of women in leadership positions as of 2023.
  • We have implemented a gender pay equity plan, aiming for full pay parity across the business.
  • We maintain a strong focus on promoting diverse talent pipelines and leadership development programs for women.
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