Planning Administrator
Ready to power up your career?
Ventia's Western Power contract continues to grow—and so does our team. We're currently seeking an experienced Planning Administrator to be part of a dynamic workforce delivering essential services across WA.
Working closely with Project Managers, Supervisors and operational delivery teams, you'll play a key role in coordinating planned works, tracking project activities and supporting the successful delivery of maintenance and infrastructure projects across the Western Power network.
What's in it for you?
At Ventia, we offer more than just a role—we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career with flexibility and support. As part of our Western Power team, you'll enjoy:
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Flexible work options to help balance work and life
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Free on-site parking
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Opportunities to grow your career across a national business.
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A supportive, down-to-earth team culture
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Access to the Fitness Passport program for discounted gym memberships
Key responsibilities:
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Coordinate planned works programs and support delivery teams to ensure projects remain on track and within agreed timeframes
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Use Ventia and client systems to plan, monitor, report on and manage work programs while ensuring project requirements are met
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Monitor project schedules and delivery milestones, identifying potential issues and escalating risks where required
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Liaise with supervisors, contractors, service providers and internal stakeholders to support the successful delivery of works
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Maintain accurate project records and prepare completed works packages to support timely and accurate claims processing
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Support monthly project close-out activities, ensuring all verification, compliance requirements and project documentation are received and completed within required timeframes
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Track project progress and ensure project data is accurately maintained across multiple systems and reporting platforms
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Coordinate traffic management, locators, civil contractors and other project support services to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently
What we're looking for:
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We're seeking a proactive and organised Planning Administrator who brings strong project coordination skills, attention to detail and a collaborative approach, along with:
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word
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Previous experience supporting planning, maintenance, utilities, construction or infrastructure projects
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Experience creating, managing and allocating work through internal work management systems
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Demonstrated experience monitoring project progress, contractor performance and delivery milestones
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Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across project teams, contractors and customers
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Experience coordinating traffic management, locators, civil contractors and other project support services
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Proven ability to support project close-outs, claims preparation and the maintenance of accurate project documentation
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
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Experience within utilities, electrical infrastructure, maintenance or contracting environments will be highly regarded
This is an exciting time to join Ventia as we return to partner with Western Power to seamlessly connect our homes, businesses, and essential community infrastructure to an increasingly renewable energy mix, supercharging our vibrant West Australian lifestyle. For over 70 years, Western Power has been providing Western Australians with safe, reliable and efficient energy.
The scope of work will include the delivery of maintenance services across Western Power's transmission, distribution network and the maintenance of large complex assets, whilst servicing customers in city centres, regional and remote communities.
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
How to apply
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.
Position Reference Number: 167535
