Operations Manager - Power and Electrification

About Us

Middleton Group is an Australian-owned consultancy whose people thrive on solving complex power and energy challenges through innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence. We specialise in delivering integrated engineering solutions across grid connection services, water, transport, renewable energy, defence, industrial, and power utilities.

On 1 September 2025, Middleton proudly joined Fyfe, a leading Australian integrated engineering, environment, planning, and survey firm. Together, we bring a powerful combination of technical expertise, multidisciplinary capability, and national reach supporting clients across Energy & Resources, Renewables, Infrastructure, and Property sectors.

At Fyfe, were united by a shared purpose: to create a sustainable energy future for our communities. We live by our values Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Responsiveness, and Passion and believe in fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and client focus.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Operations Manager Power & Electrification to lead the operational and commercial performance of our Power & Electrification business unit. Based in Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane, this role will oversee delivery excellence across transmission, distribution, grid connection, electrification, and data centre projects.

This is a senior leadership position combining strategic planning with hands-on project oversight ideal for a results-driven professional who thrives on building strong teams, improving operational systems, and delivering exceptional outcomes for clients in the power and energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery excellence across power transmission, distribution, and renewable integration projects.
• Drive continuous improvement through enhanced project management frameworks and delivery systems.
• Oversee tender strategy, quality, and win-rate performance across the business unit.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with utilities, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Ensure high-quality technical and commercial outcomes through effective governance and risk management.
• Drive financial performance, including revenue, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Mentor and empower multidisciplinary teams to achieve performance and growth goals.
• Represent the Group at industry forums, contributing to our reputation as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the power sector.

About You

You are a proven operational leader with deep industry knowledge and a passion for shaping the future of Australia's energy landscape. You combine technical credibility with strong commercial acumen and a collaborative leadership style.

You'll bring:

• Degree-qualified in Engineering (Masters or MBA highly regarded).
• 12-15 years' experience within the power and electrification sector, including 57 years in operational leadership.
• Strong understanding of transmission, distribution, substations, and grid connection systems.
• Proven experience leading project performance improvements and tender excellence initiatives.
• Demonstrated commercial and financial management capability.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status (highly desirable).
• Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.

Why Join Fyfe | Middleton Group

• Lead one of Australia's most forward-looking Power & Electrification teams.
• Work with leading utilities, government agencies, and energy developers.
• Be part of a growing, multi-disciplinary organisation with a strong client base and national footprint.
• Join a workplace that values people, fosters innovation, and supports professional development.
• Competitive remuneration and career growth opportunities.

How to apply

If you believe you meet the above criteria and would like to join our Surveying team, click on the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button to submit your application.

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Please note, agency applications and those without full Australian Working Rights will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.