Senior Site Manager

Fraser Coast, QLD

Maximum term contract opportunity

Site-Based | Rostered Role

About EPEC

EPEC Group is a leading provider of high-voltage (HV) engineering and construction services, delivering critical infrastructure across the energy, utilities, and renewables sectors. We are proud to play a key role in enabling Australia’s transition toward a more sustainable future by connecting renewable energy resources to the grid.

At EPEC, we combine technical expertise, strong project delivery capability, and a commitment to safety and innovation to deliver complex infrastructure projects across the country.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the delivery of a large-scale HV Substation, 275kV Transmission Line, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project located in the Fraser Coast region.

This is a site-based leadership role responsible for end-to-end delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in line with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Site Leadership

Lead full site execution across civil, structural, HV electrical, mechanical, SCADA, and commissioning phases

Manage multiple work fronts and complex SIMOPS environments

Oversee:

Substation construction

Transmission line works

BESS installation and integration

Ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements

Planning & Coordination

Develop and execute detailed short-term work plans

Coordinate labour, plant, materials, craneage, and critical activities

Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain programme

Commercial & Cost Control

Manage subcontractor performance and progress claims

Monitor budgets and cost-to-complete

Identify variations, delays, and commercial risks

Support commercial reporting and project delivery outcomes

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Champion a strong zero-harm safety culture

Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and company standards

Oversee implementation of SWMS, permits, and high-risk work controls

Drive quality assurance, inspections, and compliance with Australian standards

Stakeholder Management

Act as key on-site interface with:

Clients and network providers (e.g. Powerlink)

Engineers, designers, and commissioning teams

Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships

Ensure alignment across all project interfaces

Team Leadership

Lead and mentor supervisors, engineers, and subcontractors

Drive performance, productivity, and team engagement

Ensure effective workforce planning and utilization

Commissioning & Handover

Coordinate pre-commissioning, testing, and energisation

Ensure completion of QA documentation and defect close-out

Support delivery of key project milestones

About You

Experience

Minimum 15+ years’ experience in:

HV Substation construction (132kV–500kV preferred)

Large-scale infrastructure or BESS project delivery

Proven track record managing:

Complex, multi-disciplinary site operations

Multiple subcontractors and concurrent work streams

Technical Capability

Strong knowledge of:

HV installation, testing, and commissioning practices

Civil and electrical construction interfaces

Qualifications & Licenses

Electrical trade or engineering qualification (preferred)

Relevant HV switching or access authorizations (desirable)

White Card and current driver’s license

Cert IV in Work Health & Safety (preferred)

Current CPR, LVR, and First Aid

Relevant construction tickets (EWP, forklift, etc.)

What Success Looks Like

Zero-harm safety outcomes

On-time delivery of key milestones

Budget adherence and cost control

High-quality delivery with minimal defects

Positive client and stakeholder feedback

If you are a driven and experienced Site Manager looking to contribute to Australia’s energy future and lead complex HV infrastructure projects, we would love to hear from you.