Overview
The PowerCo Delivery Lead owns end‐to‐end delivery of the full PowerCo scope for Project ARES, a 1GW hyperscale renewable energy and data centre development in the Northern Territory.
The role leads delivery across 3,000 MWp solar PV, 1,000 MW/16 GWh BESS, gas‐fired firming generation and 132kV transmission infrastructure.
It is responsible for long‐lead equipment procurement, EPC contractor performance, commissioning strategy and integrating early works capability into a unified PowerCo delivery organisation.
The role is Perth based during FEED and transitions toward site as construction mobilises.
Key Responsibilities
Own delivery of the full PowerCo scope including solar PV, BESS, gas generation and 132kV transmission
Manage long‐lead procurement and slot reservations for gas engines, GIS switchgear and transformers
Absorb Rail Access and Civil, Geotech and Approvals capability into the PowerCo delivery team post early works
Coordinate gas supply arrangements with commercial and engineering stakeholders
Lead EPC contractor selection, contract management and performance oversight across all PowerCo packages
Own commissioning strategy and sequencing to meet phased IT load ramp requirements
Report delivery progress, cost exposure and schedule risk to the Delivery Manager
Establish systems, registers and ways of working from a blank page
Promote strong HSE culture including site safety walks
Apply commercial and technical frugality,



favouring proven fit‐for‐purpose solutions
Maintain position descriptions and conduct regular performance reviews for direct reports
Communicate proactively on progress, risk and areas of exposure
Required Experience
Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
Minimum 15 years delivering large‐scale power generation projects across solar, BESS, gas and transmission
Experience with hybrid renewable‐firming projects of comparable scale
Robust cross‐technology delivery capability across solar PV, BESS, reciprocating gas engines and MV/HV transmission
Proven ability to manage long‐lead procurement against tight commissioning schedules
EPC contract management experience balancing cost, schedule and technology risk
Comfortable integrating early works capability into a main construction delivery organisation
Remote FIFO megaproject experience highly regarded
Based in or willing to relocate to Perth
Skills and Attributes
Accountable and proactive, taking visible ownership of delivery outcomes
Resilient under pressure, able to adapt plans as conditions change
Enduring in approach, building systems and documentation that support operations
Swift decision‐maker who balances timely action with rigour and safety
Hands‐on leadership across multiple concurrent EPC packages and contractor interfaces
Strong stakeholder management across technical, commercial and delivery teams

📌 Powerco Delivery Lead (Perth)
🏢 Harry Maxwell
📍 Perth