Stay in Business (SIB) Project Manager

Squadron Energy is seeking a Stay in Business (SIB) Project Manager based in Melbourne, Brisbane, or Sydney. The role involves overseeing sustaining capital projects for renewable energy assets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing project execution. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in energy sector projects. The position offers competitive remuneration, career development opportunities, and workplace flexibility, but requires presence in the east coast offices.
About Us

Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.

We are 100% Australian owned and have 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and an Australian development pipeline of 20GW.

The role will be based in one of Squadron Energy’s east coast offices in Melbourne, Brisbane or Sydney with travel to the other Squadron Energy east coast offices as required.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, Engineering and Optimisation, the Stay in Business (SIB) Project Manager will oversee sustaining capital projects to maintain, upgrade, and enhance assets within our renewable energy and gas firming portfolio.

This role ensures asset reliability, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory and environmental standards while delivering innovative solutions.

Key responsibilities:
• Develop and manage a five-year Stay in Business (SIB) capital pipeline, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to prioritize SIB investments that improve asset reliability, efficiency, and compliance.
• Lead the execution of SIB projects, from planning through implementation, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Create and oversee detailed project plans, managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and resources to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks early, and implement corrective actions to prevent delays, budget overruns, and operational issues.
• Prepare and present project updates to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges, financial performance, and key outcomes.

About you

You will have:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related field.
• Proven experience managing SIB, asset integrity, or infrastructure projects in the energy sector.
• Strong understanding of sustainable practices, asset management principles, and regulatory compliance within the energy industry.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, PRINCE2, MS Project).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams, whilst initially operating independently in a new role without direct reports.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

What’s on Offer

In addition to a competitive remuneration package combined with attractive benefits, employees have the opportunity to access training and career development, and workplace flexibility. Squadron Energy also recognises the importance of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Visit www.squadronenergy.com to learn more about us.

To apply

Please click on the "Apply" button above. Applications close on 16/4/2025. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements to be considered for the role. Please monitor your email regarding communication on progress of your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.

Squadron Energy has existing relationships with recruiters. No cold calling from recruiters please.