Program Manager - OEM

Program Manager to lead the delivery of BESS, EV Charging, Data Centre, and Critical Power

Your new company

Our client is a globally recognised technology and engineering organisation with over 50 years of experience delivering innovative power, automation and energy solutions. With a strong international presence and significant investment in research and development, the business is experiencing rapid growth across Australia and New Zealand. Operating across renewable energy, battery storage, EV charging, data centres, critical power and industrial automation, this organisation has an ambitious expansion strategy and a substantial pipeline of projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business at the forefront of the energy transition and critical infrastructure sectors.

Your new role

Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery of major Data Centre, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), EV Charging, Critical Power and Renewable Energy projects across Australia. Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of multiple customer programs and contracts, ensuring successful project delivery, financial performance, customer satisfaction, safety and quality outcomes. Leading a high-performing project team, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence and supporting the continued growth of the organisation's service division.

What you'll need to succeed

• Leading the successful delivery of complex programs and customer contracts across Australia.
• Managing project financial performance, forecasting and commercial reporting.
• Overseeing contract administration, variations, EOTs, claims and risk management.
• Driving safety, quality and delivery excellence across all projects.
• Leading and mentoring project managers, engineers and delivery teams.
• Building strong relationships with customers, contractors, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Managing multiple projects across Data Centres, BESS, EV Charging, Critical Power and Renewable Energy sectors.
• Supporting business growth through operational leadership and customer engagement.

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work for a globally recognised and rapidly growing organisation.
• Lead nationally significant projects across Data Centres, BESS, Critical Power and Renewable Energy.
• Strong career progression opportunities in a business investing heavily in Australia.
• Exposure to emerging technologies supporting the energy transition.
• Collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• Sydney-based position with national project exposure.

What you need to do now

If you're an experienced Program Manager with a background in critical infrastructure, electrical systems, data centres, renewable energy or major projects and are looking for your next challenge, please apply now or contact Connor Williams at Hays Energy for a confidential discussion.