Technical Planning Specialist

As the Technical Planning Specialist, you will be required to manage, plan and coordinate complex transmission work with the relevant Western Power stakeholders within the relevant Project or Maintenance portfolio. This will be achieved through ensuring network outages are coordinated and optimised and in-depth technical review of scope of works are performed within various transmission programs across either Project or Maintenance work streams and to identify potential network clashes to the Senior Technical Planning Specialist for coordination.  The position will be responsible for managing the coordination of transmission work staging with all relevant stakeholders, directly liaising with Operations, Network Operations and Project Management teams to identify and report on dependencies, secure outages to ensure the 2-year work plan is deliverable and all technical risks are identified and/or mitigated within the Project or Maintenance program.

This role is based at our brand-new state-of-the-art South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located next to Tonkin Highway. Spanning across 120,000 square meters. With the latest infrastructure and technology, the depot empowers all employees to create that perfect work-life balance whilst operating in an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Your Role in Action  

• Review & approve Project or Maintenance estimates, produce deliverable work breakdown structure, plan and coordinate project staging and ensure all dependencies are identified.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure the transmission work plans are up-to-date and deliverable.
• Technically lead team members to ensure that work is scheduled as per the outage plans and provide mentoring to the team for technical queries.
• Identify, manage and mitigate work program/network risks, by direct liaison with all relevant stakeholders across Western Power, as well as major external customers.
• Initiate technical joint planning sessions with all relevant stakeholders involving multiple project managers and across the works program(s).
• Perform site visits as and when required.
• Direct coordination with various Operational Teams on relevant Project or Maintenance portfolio outages to ensure work plan is deliverable.
• Creation and maintenance of high-quality Project or Maintenance project work breakdown structures based on project estimates and work staging ensuring all dependencies are identified.

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Advanced knowledge and experience in planning and or coordinating complex work programs
• Minimum 6 + years onsite management experience, specifically in Transmission electrical work and or scheduling
• Relevant tertiary or trade-based qualifications with extensive knowledge and experience preferably within an electrical background, or a qualification in Project Management or Construction Management
• In-depth knowledge of Transmission Network assets and work practices
• In-depth knowledge and ability to interpret Transmission Electrical Drawings
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, complimented by a desire to develop influencing/negotiation skills
• Interaction with others is primarily concerned with influencing, developing and motivating people and changing behaviour
• Strong experience with Microsoft office suite and project management systems are essential

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• 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. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.

• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Applications close on 31 January 2025 

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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