Manager Program Planning & Controls

About us:

At CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy, we’re proud to deliver electricity to 2 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people.

We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we’re committed to supporting you, your career and wellbeing. It’s why our people stick around, whether you live in the city or across regional and rural Victoria, we’re doing the work where it matters most - right in your own community.

As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand.

If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us.

About the role:

This position ensures the accurate and efficient forecasting, planning and delivery of the program and achievement of related financial objectives.

Leading multi-functional teams the role is responsible for managing the processes and activities relating to the portfolio controls & governance, forecast, planning, analysis and reporting for the works program.

This role requires regular travel to other Powercor depots (including but not limited to: Brooklyn, Bendigo, Warrnambool and Horsham), including some overnight travel. Vehicle options can be booked internally.

What you’ll deliver:

• Develop and manage the framework of program & portfolio controls to govern the projects & programs for inclusion and delivery in the annual CAPEX and overall construction works program.
• Manage, govern and report the CAPEX forecast for the works program and develop and maintain forecast and reporting system for all CAPEX projects.
• Develop and maintain the strategic works-resource plan governing delivery of the works program over both short- and long-term horizons. 
• Work with key stakeholders, including field service, commercial and delivery partners, to implement the agreed resource strategies required to maintain alignment and delivery of the works-resource program.
• Develop an economic & risk focus to maintain works program alignment to budget.
• Develop, maintain and manage a portfolio controls framework for the business in order to provide best practice governance and support for projects and programs of work ensuing accuracy in project forecasting of timeliness & cost.
• Create collaborative team environment and instil a workplace culture that is focused on service delivery excellence delivering best value customer outcomes
• Develop and maintain an accurate and aligned financial and works program forecast and delivery (actuals) reporting suite with transparent and comprehensive status reporting to inform both operational needs and financial periodical reporting requirements.

To succeed in the role, you’ll have:

• Extensive work experience with leading and developing teams.
• Demonstrated experience with working with Project Management Principles and/or in a senior accounting/finance role and/or in program management or portfolio project management.
• Experience in commercial/financial management especially forecasting and reporting.
• Strong analytical, reporting, business writing and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of building strong relationships at senior levels and with external stakeholders for effective business outcomes.
• Reasonable knowledge of the electricity distribution, sub-transmission, transmission and/or infrastructure industry with a working knowledge of Powercor/CitiPower technical standards, construction practices and estimating work methodologies will be well regarded.
• A Tertiary Qualification in a financial discipline &/or engineering.

Your career with us:

We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability. We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be.

With an embedded Diversity. Equity and Inclusion and initiatives like our Women in Power networking group, and Sparkle, our LGBTQIA+ allies pride network, we’re committed to equal opportunities for all employees.  We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women. Click here for more information on how we create and support a diverse and equitable workplace. 

Understand how our benefits can support you. We offer a health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year), paid parental leave of up to 15 weeks for the primary carer, and more. 

What’s next?

If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily check every box, or would like to discuss a different or flexible way of working, please still get in touch with us at careers@powercor.com.au.

Please submit your application via our Careers website by 30 November 2025. For the full Position Description, please reach out to Luke Castro from the Talent team at careers@powercor.com.au      

We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community and people living with disability.

If you require adjustments as part of the recruitment process to accommodate your needs, please don’t hesitate to discuss these with us.

Beon, CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. By making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.