Project Coordinator

This is a unique and exciting time to be a part of the Customer Connection Services team at Western Power, we are at the forefront of the energy transition in leveraging existing and new technologies, including microgrid, stand-alone power systems (SPS), battery storage solutions and incorporating increased levels of renewable energy such as roof top solar into the energy system. Our customers include residents, small to large business, electrical consultants, local and state government, land developers and large industrial businesses.

We are embarking on energy network transformation ensuring a cleaner, brighter and more resilient energy supply for the next generation and we looking for a team of professionals to deliver a host of business improvement initiatives. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team that will deliver true impact to the community and industry then this opportunity is for you.  

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator at our Perth Office, on a Permanent Full-time basis.

About this role

As the Project Coordinator you will be required to support effective and efficient project or program delivery outcomes through working with all relevant stakeholders, including project and program managers, cross functional stakeholders etc, to successfully manage and ensure the delivery of a portfolio of concurrent projects for internal and or external customers. To ensure that these projects / initiatives are delivered to agreed criteria, with commercially competitive standards for safety, cost, timeliness, quality, scope and customer satisfaction.

About you 

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• A tertiary qualification in project management, business systems or a relevant discipline. (E.g. ICT, Building Services Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture for Real Estate Projects) / HR and / or extensive and demonstrated practical expertise knowledge and industry experience       
• Demonstrable capability and experience in program and / or project planning, integration, and communication in a utility industry or similar, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience in stakeholder management building rapport and gaining consensus.
• Demonstrable capability and experience in the relevant project management discipline or area with applied knowledge in either of the following disciplines: estimating, civil, structural, building services engineering, architecture, human resources etc
• Demonstrated experience in a project office or project management environment in a relevant project management discipline or area with strong experience in planning and scheduling, project reporting, document control and business analysis
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of software, project management systems and other organisational systems as required

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
 

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on 23rd May 2024

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.