Josh Mott — Daily Job Search
Tuesday 20 October 2026 · Sydney NSW · Telco & Critical Infrastructure PM
Each role opened & read in full, then AI-assessed by anthropic/claude-sonnet-4.5 · Sources: Adzuna, Ausgrid careers, Optus careers, Transport for NSW careers, nbn careers
5 strong match(es) (fit ≥7/10) · 3 borderline
Tier 1 (2)
| Senior Program Manager (Temporary Opportunity - up to 32 months) Transport for NSW · Sydney, NSW · Fixed Term Full-Time, up to 32 months · via Transport for NSW careers Transport for NSW – major NSW Government transport agency delivering complex rail transformation and freight access programs Verdict: Outstanding fit. Transport for NSW rail transformation program aligns perfectly with Josh's NSW Government critical infrastructure delivery experience, stakeholder management, and multi-discipline coordination skills from CCEP. Why it fits Josh- Transport for NSW is Tier 1 target employer; rail infrastructure programs directly leverage his $90M+ NSW Govt CCEP delivery experience with similar stakeholder complexity
- Complex freight and rail access projects require identical end-to-end lifecycle management (acquisition, design, approvals, construction, commissioning) he's demonstrated across 120+ CCEP sites
- Multi-disciplinary team leadership across business, operational and technical stakeholders mirrors his current matrix management of construction vendors, RF/fibre teams, and government agencies
- 32-month fixed-term duration suits his contract/FTC preference; governance, risk management and vendor oversight align with his $90M+ portfolio accountability
Watch-outs- Role specifically seeks rail industry experience which Josh doesn't have directly, though his critical infrastructure program delivery translates well
- PRINCE2 Practitioner credential required but Josh won't complete until Aug-26 (role likely needs to fill sooner)
- Tertiary qualification mentioned but Josh has no completed degree, though his 17+ years senior delivery experience should compensate
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| Transport for NSW · Sydney, NSW · 💰 $163,145 - $182,721 per annum · Fixed-term full-time to 31 Dec 2027, hybrid (combination of office-based and flexible working) · via Transport for NSW careers Transport for NSW - state government agency delivering ferry programs and maritime transport infrastructure projects for Sydney's public transport network Verdict: Strong fit for Josh - NSW Government transport infrastructure PM role aligns well with his CCEP public-safety delivery experience, though maritime/ferry domain is new territory requiring quick upskilling on sector-specific knowledge. Why it fits Josh- Transport for NSW is Tier 1 target employer - NSW Government critical infrastructure delivery mirrors his current CCEP $2B+ public-safety program for NSW emergency services
- Program/portfolio management of multiple interconnected projects across scope/time/budget matches his ~$90M CCEP portfolio management with multi-site delivery accountability
- Stakeholder engagement at all levels and governance/risk/reporting requirements align perfectly with his NSW Govt CCEP stakeholder management and compliance experience
- Fixed-term to Dec 2027 provides multi-year runway; salary $163k-$183k exceeds his $140k floor and suits senior infrastructure PM level
Watch-outs- Maritime/ferry operational environment is completely new domain - no vessels, maritime regulations, or waterfront infrastructure experience in his telco/RF/microwave background
- Role emphasizes maritime-specific documentation and operational environment knowledge that will require steep learning curve, though his infrastructure PM fundamentals transfer
- Less technical infrastructure build focus (civil/RF/fibre) than CCEP; more operational program coordination which shifts from his hands-on site delivery strengths
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Tier 2 (2)
| nbn co limited · North Sydney, NSW · North Sydney office location, likely permanent with flexible arrangements mentioned · via nbn careers nbn co—Australia's national broadband network builder; this role supports Network Engineering portfolio governance and enterprise technology delivery alignment Verdict: Strong organisational fit with former employer nbn, but this is a governance/reporting-focused portfolio coordination role rather than hands-on infrastructure delivery PM work. Less field delivery, more strategic oversight and CAPEX governance. Why it fits Josh- Previous nbn experience (2014-2016) provides insider knowledge of the organisation, culture, and processes
- Network Engineering portfolio governance aligns with his telco infrastructure background and understanding of complex technical programs
- Strong stakeholder management skills from CCEP and NSW Govt work translate well to coordinating across enterprise technology delivery processes
- Experience managing ~$90M+ portfolios directly relevant to CAPEX oversight and funding prioritisation responsibilities
Watch-outs- Role emphasises governance frameworks, reporting, and coordination rather than direct project delivery—less hands-on than his current CCEP field delivery work
- Focus on portfolio governance and strategic alignment may feel less operational/tactical than building sites and managing construction vendors
- No mention of salary range; governance/coordination roles at nbn may sit below his current $205k package depending on level
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| Manager Service Operations Optus · Macquarie Park, NSW · Full Time, hybrid (3 days office, 2 days remote), Macquarie Park NSW · via Optus careers Optus - major Australian telco operator, role manages service operations teams supporting enterprise and government managed network services Verdict: Strong strategic fit with Optus' enterprise/government managed services operations, leveraging Josh's telco network delivery experience, though this is an operational leadership role managing service centre teams rather than direct infrastructure project delivery. Why it fits Josh- Optus is a major telco employer Josh has delivered for (Service Stream/Optus 5G RAN rollout 2016-2019), providing existing relationship and network knowledge
- Role explicitly supports Enterprise and Government customers via Managed Service Provider model - directly aligns with his NSW Govt CCEP public-safety network experience
- Managed Networks Services operations for enterprise/government customers matches his critical communications infrastructure background
- ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Knowledge Management) align with his operational acceptance, handover and service delivery responsibilities on CCEP
Watch-outs- Role focuses on service operations and customer service centre management rather than infrastructure project delivery - shift from physical build/construction PM to operational support management
- Emphasis on service desk/contact centre team leadership versus his core strength in multi-discipline construction and site delivery
- Less direct involvement with physical infrastructure (RF, fibre, civil works) that defines his current CCEP role
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Tier 3 (1)
| Ausgrid · Sydney, NSW · 💰 $208,450 + 16.5% super + up to 10% bonus · Permanent Full-time · via Ausgrid careers Ausgrid - Australia's largest east coast electricity distributor, managing network infrastructure for 2M+ homes/businesses across Sydney region Verdict: Strong energy infrastructure role at Ausgrid leading capital works and maintenance across electrical distribution network. Good leadership scope and complexity match, though sector pivot from telecom/PSN to electrical utilities requires some transfer. Why it fits Josh- Leading critical infrastructure delivery (capital works, maintenance, fault response) mirrors his CCEP program structure managing ~120 sites with lifecycle accountability
- Portfolio management of complex multi-site operations aligns with his $90M+ portfolio experience and vendor/contractor coordination
- Ausgrid is Tier 3 energy/utilities infrastructure employer (major NSW electrical distributor) within his target sectors
- Salary $208k + 16.5% super + bonus exceeds his current $205k package and well above $140k floor
Watch-outs- Requires Degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering - Josh has PRINCE2/Diploma PM in progress but no electrical engineering qualification
- Role focuses on electrical distribution systems (poles, wires, substations) vs his radio/RF/microwave/fibre telecom background - different technical domain
- May expect more direct electrical network operations experience rather than telecommunications infrastructure build programs
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Borderline — worth a look (3)
Capital Works Manager — Venues NSW
Solid infrastructure PM leadership role with a major NSW government venue operator, but the focus is on sports/entertainment venue construction rather than Josh's core telco/critical-comms infrastructure - transferable skills but not his primary sector specialization.
Strategy & Strategic Delivery Manager — Ausgrid
This is a corporate strategy and policy role at an energy distributor, not a delivery/project management position. While Ausgrid is a relevant Tier 3 energy infrastructure employer, the role focuses on strategy development, analysis, board presentations and consulting-style problem solving rather than the hands-on project delivery, site execution, and vendor/construction management Josh excels at.
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