• Lead commercial initiatives for a transformative renewable energy project
• Join a team passionate about innovation and positive impact
• Attractive salary package | Energy discounts | Career growth opportunities

Alinta Energy is one of Australia’s biggest energy retailers, generators and developers with over 1.1 million customers. Australia’s energy system is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history and we’re right there with it. We’re investing in and developing large-scale renewables and storage projects as part of our ongoing effort to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.

We understand that flexibility matters when considering your next role. Let us know your requirements, and we’ll carefully consider how we might accommodate them.

About the role

We invite expressions of interest for the Commercial Manager role in our Construction team at Alinta Energy, based in Adelaide. This role is pivotal in supporting the proposed Reeves Plains Energy Hub, situated north of Adelaide. This exciting project aims to enhance the region's energy security and stability within the power grid, supporting Australia's transition to net-zero emissions.

As the Commercial Manager, you will oversee the delivery of major projects, ensuring they meet time, cost, quality, and compliance standards. Your role will involve managing financial planning, commercial contracts and contractor interfaces, while fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

Why you'll love working here

We’re a welcoming bunch who put our energy into being the best company we can be. For us, this means shared respect, great communication between teams, acting on our ideas, and looking out for each other’s wellbeing. There are plenty of great perks, from flexible working to a long list of exclusive Alinta benefits.

What you'll do.

• Develop and manage project implementation plans, interface arrangements, and ensuring effective budget management.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the project, contributing to the success of the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and other key initiatives.
• Manage commercial aspects of contracts, while focussing on the interfaces between contractual counterparties, and ensuring compliance and accurate payments.
• Assist the Project Manager with contractor claims.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders and contractors, facilitating the successful delivery of the Reeves Plains Energy Hub.
• Contribute to a culture of Zero Harm by implementing HSE policies and monitoring performance

Your experience

• Tertiary qualifications in finance or a related field, with CA/CPA/FINSIA/CFA certification.
• Strong project management skills with 10+ years of experience in business strategy development.
• Proven ability to analyse financial and non-financial data in complex environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in managing the commercial aspects of the of multi-contract construction projects is desirable
• Experience in the energy or utilities sector is desirable.

Please note this role requires full working rights within Australia.

Like what you’re seeing?

If you like the sound of this, and you’ve got experience in a similar role, we’d love to talk to you. Come and discover better together with Alinta Energy.

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If your application progresses, we will need to complete background and pre-employment checks, such as immigration checks, reference checks, criminal background checks, qualification checks, and additional checks for roles related to finance.

Our Diversity Commitment

Alinta Energy offers a truly diverse, safe and supportive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, Alinta Energy encourages applications from any qualified person, including First Nations Australians, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of all ages and people living with a disability. We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and we are committed to advancing women’s careers.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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