Commissioning Manager

Commissioning Manager - ACT Location: Zinfra Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Rare opportunity for a Commissioning Manager to join our expanding ACT based office. About Us Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our over 2000 team members across the East Coast consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve. About The Role As the Commissioning Manager, you will lead and manage a team of test and commissioning professionals across multiple projects for Evo Energy in the ACT. This role focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes while ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and project timelines. You will oversee planning, resource allocation, and execution of commissioning activities, driving efficiency and compliance with industry best practices. Strong leadership, technical expertise, and stakeholder engagement are essential to achieve successful project delivery and maintain Evo Energy’s reputation for excellence. Key Responsibilities Include Leading and supervising commissioning personnel across multiple projects, including performance reviews and development programs. Collaborating with operational and project management teams to optimize team utilization and resource allocation. Managing commissioning delivery, including documentation, testing, outage planning/execution, and contractor engagement. Contributing to tender preparation, commissioning documentation development, and arranging technical training sessions. Ensuring compliance with Zinfra policies, safety standards, and reporting requirements while minimizing risk. Administering network authority requirements and maintaining oversight across all projects for quality and safety. Building strong client relationships and identifying early involvement and business development opportunities. The ideal candidate profile will demonstrate Exceptional leadership and technical capability in managing commissioning activities across complex high-voltage projects. They will be resilient, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with advanced problem‑solving skills and the ability to mentor others. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement will underpin their success in delivering safe, efficient, and high‑quality outcomes. Leading commissioning teams on complex high‑voltage substation projects. Managing outage planning and execution while ensuring compliance with safe systems of work. Developing and implementing resource management and team development strategies. Preparing project estimations, documentation, and technical reports for large‑scale projects. Applying expertise in protection and control systems within Victorian power networks. We are a champion of equal opportunity employment and have committed to targets for gender equity and first nations representation in our workforce. We want you to come as you are by promoting an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for potential long‑term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of our journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry. Recruitment Process During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks including pre‑employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties: Jemena does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently. #J-18808-Ljbffr