Project Manager Remote Communities

Project Manager Remote Communities
Project Manager – Remote Communities

Work on impressive energy projects and technology

Can be based in our Bentley office or one of our regional locations if that’s where you call home already

Live surrounded by natural beauty, enjoy the relaxed lifestyle of working in regional WA

Why You’ll Love This Role
Take a leading position in WA’s energy transformation-overseeing headline-making projects that power remote towns and communities. Whether you’re in our Bentley hub or based in Kununurra, Broome, Port Hedland, Karratha, Carnarvon or Esperance, you’ll deliver essential infrastructure and build lasting partnerships with First Nations communities.
Regional Depot Highlights

Kununurra: Ord River cruises & Lake Argyle views

Broome: Cable Beach sunsets & pearling heritage

Port Hedland: Iron-ore port tours & red-dune adventures

Karratha: Gateway to Karijini gorges & Dampier islands

Carnarvon: Gascoyne horticulture & Ningaloo snorkeling

Esperance: White-sand beaches & wildflower season

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Project Leadership: Own feasibility, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and hand-over on small scale power generation, renewables and network upgrade projects

Contractor & Team Management: Manage and mentor multi-discipline contractor teams through all phases. Establish on-site frameworks, foster skills development, drive accountability and ensure scope and quality standards are met

Safety & Compliance Oversight: Apply intermediate expertise in the Electricity Network Safety Management System (ENSMS) under national regulations. Implement zero-harm practices, conduct audits and maintain full compliance

Status Reporting & Risk Mitigation: Produce regular, concise updates on milestones, deliverables, dependencies and risks. Proactively identify issues and coordinate mitigation actions to keep projects on track

Multi-Service Coordination: Orchestrate overlapping contractor services-civil, electrical, mechanical-to deliver seamless on-site works in remote and challenging environments

Procurement, Tendering & Contracts: Lead strategic procurement activities, manage tender processes, negotiate contracts and establish supplier panels that deliver long-term value

First Nations & Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with Traditional Owners and local stakeholders to respect heritage, meet environmental requirements and foster positive community outcomes

Who You Are

Degree-qualified in Engineering, Project Management or related discipline

Ideally exposure to PlanView System or similar Project Management applications

Significant experience in Utilities and Renewable Energy Space

Sound knowledge of energy systems planning principles and financial analysis evaluation principles

Extensive experience delivering energy-systems projects (generation, renewables, transmission/distribution)

Intermediate ENSMS knowledge under Electricity Network Safety Regulations

Proficient in navigating heritage and environmental approval frameworks

An effective communicator who partners respectfully with First Nations communities

Flexible and enthusiastic about working from our Bentley office or embracing regional life at any of our six WA depots

Our workplace culture is created through every interaction, every experience and everything we do.
Across our organisation, we recognise and reward people and offer work that works with you. We’re committed to equality and celebrate the diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all characteristics that make our Horizon Power team so special. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
If you want more amazing reasons of why Horizon Power should be your employer of choice, check our careers page to find out more. https://www.horizonpower.com.au/about-us/careers/
Are you ready for something that’s bigger than a job?
If you’re excited about the opportunity to join our Horizon Power team and make a real difference in the energy future of WA, we want to hear from you.
Click ‘Apply’ below to get started and attach a cover letter outlining your qualifying skills and experience.
Applications close on 13 June 2025.
Please note: In some cases, we need to close the advertising earlier than the closing date – so don’t miss your chance!

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