At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead planning activities across multiple electricity networks and ensure work readiness.
- Company: Join UGL, a leader in Victorian utilities with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy company-paid insurance, career development, and exposure to major clients.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for growth within UGL and CIMIC Group.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a leadership role while shaping planning standards.
- Qualifications: Experience in utility planning and strong stakeholder management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
UGL is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to lead planning activities across multiple electricity networks within our Victorian Utilities Operations & Maintenance team based in Tullamarine. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in planning, preparation and readiness of work across established and emerging client contracts. This is a leadership position responsible for driving planning standards, supporting planners within the team, and ensuring work is commercially sound, safe and ready for delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead planning, scoping and work preparation activities across multiple programs.
- Provide oversight of estimates, work packs, permits, network access requirements and delivery readiness.
- Manage planning resources, priorities and workload across the team.
- Identify risks, constraints and opportunities to improve delivery outcomes.
- Coach and support planners while driving consistency and continuous improvement.
About You
We're looking for a planning professional who understands the realities of delivering field-based utility work and can confidently influence outcomes across operations. Ideally you will have:
- Experience within the Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) is highly regarded.
- Experience planning utility, electrical, construction or infrastructure works.
- Strong commercial and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience leading or mentoring planning teams.
- Experience with ERP, FSM or similar work management systems.
Candidates from other utilities industries will also be considered, particularly those with experience managing complex field-based workforces, rosters, fatigue management requirements and subcontractor delivery models.
Why UGL?
- Company paid salary continuance insurance.
- Leadership role supporting a growing Victorian utilities business.
- Opportunity to influence planning standards and processes.
- Exposure to major network clients and future growth opportunities.
- Career development within UGL and the broader CIMIC Group.
Senior Planner in Melbourne employer: UGL Limited
UGL is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety and quality in hazardous area environments, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about electrical supervision. With a strong focus on employee growth, UGL offers comprehensive training and mentoring opportunities, fostering a collaborative work culture in the vibrant Kwinana area. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise while ensuring you thrive in your career.
