Title:  Power Technical Manager

About John Holland

We’re all about transforming lives by finding solutions to complex challenges across a wide range of industries including infrastructure, property, rail, building and water projects in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.

From the epic, to the intimate, everything we do improves life for someone, somewhere. It gives our business momentum and means we approach things a little differently.

While our competitors talk about what they do, we focus on why we do it. We transform communities to make them easier to move around, more connected and better to live in.

Are you up for the challenge?

About the Project

The Linewide Alliance, comprising John Holland, Alstom, RATP Dev, KBR and WSP, are excited to be delivering the transformative Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East Linewide package.

When SRL opens, the new rail services for passengers will also be delivered by, a venture between RATP Dev and John Holland to operate and maintain the franchise for 15 years from 2035, to be known as TransitLinx.

The Alliance will deliver a world-class, service-proven driverless metro system that sets new benchmarks for comfort, safety, and reliability for Melbourne.

SRL is a transport and urban planning project that will deliver world-class public transport, reduce travel times, and support the delivery of more homes and housing.

About the Role

The Power Technical Manager will lead the Engineering, construction oversight, and commissioning phases of various Power disciplines such as high-voltage (HV) power systems, Traction power systems, power SCADA, protection testing, and earthing and bonding. 

This role will provide technical leadership, ensure compliance with standards, and deliver innovative solutions for projects across rail, infrastructure, and energy sectors. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving project success through technical excellence, stakeholder management, and a strong understanding of power systems.

What you will do;

Technical Leadership

Lead the design and engineering of HV power systems, traction power systems, and related components, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, industry standards, and project requirements.
Provide expert advice on power SCADA systems, protection testing, and earthing and bonding strategies.
EMI and EMC Mitigation measures and recommendations
Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of technical documentation, including specifications, drawings, calculations, and reports.
Drive innovation in power system solutions to optimize performance, cost, and safety.
Ensure technical alignment across multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Project Delivery

Manage end-to-end engineering process, support procurement, construction, and commissioning of power systems, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
Monitor progress and provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
Lead testing and commissioning activities, including validation of protection systems, SCADA integration, and earthing and bonding effectiveness.
Proactively manage risks and issues related to power systems, identifying solutions and mitigating potential impacts.

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with clients, contractors, consultants, RTO and regulatory bodies to align project outcomes with expectations and compliance requirements.
Provide technical input during tendering, procurement, and contract negotiations.
Represent the organisation in technical discussions, workshops, and design reviews.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.

Team Leadership and Development

Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to junior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
Manage resource allocation to ensure optimal project delivery.

What we are looking for;

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Master degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Professional Engineer (CPEng and NER)
Rail Industry Worker

Experience

Demonstrated major projects experience throughout the entire lifecycle of Major Projects in the Design & Engineering, Construction and Delivery, and Commissioning of power systems, Operation and Maintenance during DLP in HV power, traction power, power SCADA, protection testing, and earthing and bonding.
Experience across various Major Project Industries (Rail, Oil & Gas, Utilities)
Strong technical expertise in rail and infrastructure projects, including traction power and EMI/EMC implication, HV, LV and E&B.
Proven track record of delivering complex projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
Experience with testing and commissioning of protection systems and SCADA integration

As part of the team, you can help us transform lives

We’re about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.

We reward and support our people in so many ways. This starts with being flexible about how different people like to work. From generous leave policies to wellbeing and relationship support, your needs sit at the heart of our employee benefits.

We Offer;

Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice packaging options available.

Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with superannuation and up to an extra 18 weeks of superannuation paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two additional John Holland Days to prioritise health and wellbeing.

Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you'll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.

Learning and development opportunities where you'll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, and technical and leadership training and development opportunities.

Inclusion and diversity is part of how we work and do what we do at John Holland. Our active commitment to being an employer of choice is evident in the delivery of our Gender Equality Strategic Plan supported by our Pride, Celebrate Women, RAP and Grow networks.

Flexible working that works for you as we know flexibility means different things to different people. Whether it's flexi-hours, flexi-parenting, flexi-leave, flexi-shifts, flexi-work, we're committed to helping our people work flexibly.