Head of Major Works

About the role

Western Power is recruiting a permanent full-time Head of Major Works based in the Perth CBD. The role leads major transmission works supporting Western Australia's energy future, with a key focus on the delivery of Clean Energy Link alongside the wider major works portfolio. It combines capital delivery, people leadership, commercial and contractor management and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of major transmission and customer-driven construction works, with a focus on Clean Energy Link
• Drive delivery against agreed safety, scope, schedule and budget outcomes, and improve how work is planned and delivered
• Provide governance and leadership across complex capital programs, with project controls, performance monitoring and clear reporting of status and risk
• Lead commercial and delivery performance across a model using internal specialists, contractors and external delivery partners
• Resolve issues, manage dependencies and maintain delivery momentum by bringing together technical expertise and stakeholders
• Build relationships with Western Power, government, industry, customers and delivery partners
• Lead and develop a substantial workforce in an environment of accountability, collaboration and respect

Required profile

• Senior leadership experience delivering large-scale, complex capital, infrastructure or network programs
• Demonstrated accountability for safety, schedule, budget and delivery outcomes
• Commercial and contract management experience with contractors and service providers
• Ability to lead in complex, high-risk environments and make sound judgement under pressure
• Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business, Engineering or a related discipline, or extensive relevant operational experience
• Electricity network experience is highly regarded; transferable experience from similar complex infrastructure roles is also considered

Required skills

• Program and project delivery
• Commercial and contract management
• Stakeholder management, influencing and communication
• Understanding of complex technical issues and ability to build credibility in a technically complex environment

What we offer

• Competitive senior leadership remuneration and conditions
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate
• Salary packaging, social club activities and corporate discounts including health insurance and gym memberships
• Leadership development, performance recognition and paid parental and First Nations cultural leave

Applications close on 10 November 2026.