Led a team of thirteen direct reports managing the planning and scheduling function covering 40% of Victoria's electricity distribution network for a $600M OMSA contract, overseeing AusNet's maintenance, repair and upgrade programs.
- Redesigned program-wide planning and scheduling processes, extending the planned work horizon from 2 to 10 weeks with an inflow of more than 10,000 work orders per month.
- Implemented data-driven decision making and proactive planning, introducing forecasting and mapping techniques that reduced overdue work backlog by 50%.
- Directed emergency response operations during major weather events, coordinating field crews and resource deployment to restore network service continuity.
- Managed the annual Bushfire Mitigation Program, ensuring critical compliance deadlines were met across the state and mitigating significant liability exposure.
- Partnered with senior leadership and governance bodies to provide insight on program health, performance and emerging risks.