Local Industry Participation Manager

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights Elecnor has been contracted to build EnergyConnect, a new 700km transmission line extending from Wagga Wagga NSW to the South Australian border. This backbone infrastructure will connect customers with more renewable energy enabling a further 4950MW of generation capacity, save NSW customers $180 million a year and create 1,500 new construction jobs in regional NSW. Construction of EnergyConnect is underway in various locations across the project area. The Role We are seeking a passionate and committed Local Industry Participation Manager to join our Engagement Team on a 12-month, full time contract. As the Local Industry Participation Manager , you will be responsible for promoting, developing, and maximising local supplier, contractor, and employment opportunities on EnergyConnect for local businesses and jobseekers. This is a full time position based in our Sydney office, but could equally suit somebody based in Wagga Wagga. Primary responsibilities will include: Leading and reporting on the implementation of a Local Industry Participation Plan and Procurement strategy focused on local content. Preparing and delivering presentations, case studies, and media releases to highlight local industry opportunities. Working closely with procurement teams to offer advice on local participation and tenders, and participating in external meetings with government and economic bodies to drive local content outcomes. Collaborating with construction, commercial, and workforce teams to ensure subcontractor compliance with local participation commitments. Supporting local suppliers, advising them on business improvement funding opportunities and helping them participate in evaluations and contracts. Managing networks and relationships with local communities, businesses, and government bodies to optimize local job outcomes and content. Your skills and experience: Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role. Experience in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to build and maintain working relationships with a wide variety of people including local businesses and community groups. Experience and understanding of working in a procurement or commercial function. Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and follow tasks through to completion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. High level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Office suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, and working with online platforms and databases. We’re building a diverse workforce. Elecnor Australia is committed to being an employer of choice. We know that our people are our best assets and believe diversity and inclusion help us foster the creativity we look for to drive sustainable outcomes. We strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature-aged workers, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to one of the nation’s largest energy infrastructure projects in an exciting and challenging role. Apply today! Elecnor Australia reserves the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position. Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a Participation Manager? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? #J-18808-Ljbffr