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EBOP Package Manager
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Squadron Energy is Australia's leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets. With proven experience across the project lifecycle, we partner with local communities and customers to lead the transition to a clean energy future.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced EBOP Package Manager to lead the development and preparation of all electrical infrastructure supporting the main plant facilities for Financial Investment Decision (FID) and ongoing project execution through commissioning.
About the Role
In this role you will have full commercial, technical and strategic accountability for electrical works development—including electrical reticulation, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), overhead transmission lines, substations, protection systems, PLC/SCADA and associated infrastructure. The role requires strong project management, contract documentation, vendor relationship management and commissioning leadership. The position can be based at any of SQE's East Coast offices and will involve travel to project sites.
Key Responsibilities
Develop the Electrical Balance of Plant package to FID-ready status, including scope definition, cost estimation, execution strategy, procurement and risk assessment.
Coordinate with the Asset Development Director and Project Director on overall project strategy and FID preparation activities.
Develop procurement, contracting and execution strategies that provide cost certainty and execution confidence.
Ensure compliance with project specifications, Australian standards, regulatory requirements and FID technical criteria.
Lead procurement processes, including tendering, contractor selection and commercial framework establishment.
Manage package scope development and optimisation through value engineering and stakeholder consultation.
Oversee design and development of electrical system architectures, including single line diagrams, protection schemes and BESS integration designs.
Develop comprehensive commissioning strategies and procedures.
Support the Grid and Electrical Engineering team across technical development and design optimisation.
Skills and Experience
Experience with electrical balance of plant systems: substations, overhead lines, electrical reticulation and protection systems.
Experience in BESS construction and commissioning.
Strong knowledge of electrical standards, grid codes and electrical safety requirements.
Experience with electrical procurement, including transformers, switchgear, protection systems and monitoring equipment.
Proven track record in project management from concept through to FID.
Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in project management software and cost estimation tools.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering, Project Management or a related field.
Project Management Accreditation.
Master's degree in Engineering, Management, Renewable Energy or Project Management (desirable).
Driver's licence.
To Apply
Squadron Energy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
If you want to make a meaningful difference in this world, please take the next steps:
Submit an updated resume outlining your relevant experience.
Attach a cover letter outlining your motivations for applying for this role.
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.
Squadron Energy does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will not be considered and no fees will be paid for such submissions.
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