ABOUT USIn partnership with Government, Transit Systems NSW innovates, designs and delivers public transport solutions that attract customers because they are easy to use, reliable, convenient and safe. To ensure ease of use, we deliver integrated bus services and transport networks, intelligently easing road congestion and increasing a city’s sustainability and liveability.Transit Systems NSW is part of Kelsian Group Limited, Australia’s largest integrated land and marine, tourism and public transport service provider with established international operations in London and Singapore. With approximately 9000 employees, we are one of Australia’s most experienced and diverse multi-modal transport businesses operating around 4000 buses, 120 ferries and 24 light rail vehicles, carrying over 207 million customers where they need to go.For more information about Transit Systems, please visit our website.
ABOUT THE ROLEOversee the execution of large-scale Zero Emission Bus projects and take responsibility for managing all aspects including the construction, installation and commissioning of an electrical network grid connection, depot electrical and charging infrastructure and the deployment of a significant fleet of battery electric buses. This is a fixed term contract planned for completion on 30 September 2025.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES
- Ensure compliance with the Project Scope, Works Brief, as well as all relevant codes, regulations, specifications, and safety standards.
- Project planning and execution including coordinating and integrating external stakeholder project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Act as the Principal’s Superintendent during the construction and installation activities for the electrical network grid connection, depot electrical infrastructure, and charging stations.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant codes, regulations, specifications, and safety standards.
- Oversee the commissioning and testing phase.
- Collaborate with the internal fleet department on the timing of the deployment of a large fleet of battery electric buses, including the coordination of the availability of the electrical infrastructure.
- Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the highest standards of workmanship and reliability.
ABOUT YOU- Tertiary qualifications in engineering, construction, project management or business management.
- Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects, preferably in transportation, energy sector, or with large scale zero emission installations.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, infrastructure design, and installation practices, including all relevant codes, regulations, specifications, and safety standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of the zero-emission bus industry, including electric vehicle technology and charging infrastructure.
- Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills.
- Effective communication.
HIGHLY DESIREABLE SKILLS
- Project management expertise.
- A deep understanding of civil works, electrical systems and infrastructure deployment.
- Strong leadership skills.
DESIREABLE SKILLS
- A bachelor’s degree in electrical / civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
Kelsian Group Limited is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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