- Lead the services delivery of energy projects for our Victorian portfolio – grid connections, utility coordination, energy integration
- Join a high-performing team, during an exciting period of growth!
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities available through our CDC Academy
About Us:
Established in 2007, CDC Data Centres is Australia and New Zealand’s leading operator of secure, world-class data centre facilities. CDC plays a unique role in the fabric of the nations in which we operate, and we take this responsibility very seriously.
With multiple facilities across Australia and New Zealand, CDC’s diversified operations provide large-scale secure data centre campuses that support co-location, dedicated and hyperscale compute environments, with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.
At CDC, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone’s unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world’s best data centre team.
Our people are committed, tenacious and meticulous in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.
About the Role:
The Substation Project Manager (Services Manager – Utility) will be the key driver of our Victorian projects involving energy integration, grid connections, and utility coordination. Working closely with both our dedicated Energy and Land and Site Delivery teams, this role will provide end-to-end services project management - supporting with feasibility assessments and reference design works, through to resolving technical issues, and keeping delivery works both compliant, and on schedule.
Other responsibilities include:
- Onsite end-to-end services management of energy projects – advise throughout initiation, planning, and delivery phases
- Coordinate with transmission and distribution network operators and general contractors, to ensure compliance with standards, planning, and sequence
- Identify and understand energy LLE requirements, monitoring lead times, commercials, design pre-requisites, and readiness activities
- Manage key deliverables through the project, ensuring engineering compliance, safety initiatives, commercial management, and delivery of authority power
- Conduct reporting on progress, key milestones, risk analysis, and schedule updates
- Coordinate with our Site Delivery team to ensure that energy project requirements are fully integrated with the base build requirements, and that concurrent activities can be delivered
- Identify and act on opportunities to optimise delivery, timelines and innovation
What’s in it for you:
CDC offers excellent employment conditions and benefits such as:
- CDC Academy - Mark your mark by enhancing your professional development with the CDC Academy. Enrol in specialised training courses that will help you develop skills and ensure you thrive in your chosen career.
- CDC Day - An additional day of paid leave dedicated to nurturing your health and wellbeing.
- Parental Leave - Inclusive and above legislative tenure of parental leave entitlements to help you start, grow and care for your family.
- Volunteer Leave - Make a meaningful difference with 2 days of volunteering leave for any cause or charity of your choice.
- Employment Assistance Program - Be confident that you and your family are supported with access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
- CDC Social Events - CDC’s offers staff and their family’s inclusive events that nurtures relationships, connection and friendships across the business. CDC hosts BBQs, family picnics and community events, bringing together CDC staff in different settings.
About You:
Combining a deep understanding of large-scale energy integration projects with effective stakeholder management and prioritisation skills; the successful candidate will be driven by ensuring works are completed on time, within budget, and aligned to regulatory needs. In addition to oversight on complex infrastructure projects, you possess a naturally proactive nature, with the ability to drive outcomes to meet varying deadlines.
- Demonstrable successful track record of delivering complex, large-scale energy projects (grid connection or utility-scale renewable projects preferred)
- Confident communicator, with proven ability to build strong relationships and effectively drive outcomes across a broad portfolio of internal and external stakeholders
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, interconnection standards, and grid codes
- Qualification within Electrical Power Engineering or Energy Systems, or equivalent experience
Essential:
Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.
How to Apply:
If you are looking for an opportunity to play a vital role in a fast-growing Australian Technology company and be part of our amazing team, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success. We actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and encourages everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
