General Manager Major Projects Office

We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you.

We’re working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen.

As the General Manager Major Projects Office, you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 253,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.

• Family friendly and flexible working arrangements.
• 12.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
• Additional leave purchasing 
• 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay  
• Hybrid, family-friendly and flexible working arrangements including substitution of public holidays.

As General Manager Major Projects Office, you will be accountable for managing the frameworks that establish Powerlink as a large-scale developer, driving the delivery of a portfolio of significant, large-scale projects at the heart of Queensland’s energy transition.

You will implement and maintain frameworks for project governance, controls, assurance and optimisation which underpin the delivery of all projects within the Major Projects division. This will include working closely with senior leaders across the Division and wider organisation to drive transformation and influence alignment of investment and delivery priorities through effective stakeholder management.

• Build and lead three key functional areas of the division; Portfolio Management and Control; Assurance, Governance, Business Management and Improvement; and Construction and Delivery Optimisation.
• Establish and manage an enterprise approach to Major Projects governance, assurance and risk management, ensuring the relevant endorsements from Executive, Board and Government.
• Work collaboratively with the Major Projects and enterprise senior leadership team to manage and influence the direction and strategic planning of the portfolio delivery; managing financial, reputational, political and portfolio risks.
• Ensure the Major Projects division is continuously outward facing across transmission and linear infrastructure industries, pursuing world-class innovation and methodologies in project management and construction.
• Lead the development and direction of Major Project’s project management frameworks and systems, aligned to its strategy of establishing Powerlink as a large-scale developer.

Reporting to the Executive General Manager Major Projects, you will translate business strategy into operational plans with a commitment to delivery. This will include implementing, embedding and maturing systems and processes and building an industry-leading, continuous improvement culture.

• Degree level qualification in Engineering, Business, Finance or other discipline that is relevant to the Major Projects portfolio or demonstrated experience in a similar field.
• Experience in management and leadership across disciplines and directing multiple, diverse teams in support of major infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into operational plans and drive enterprise transformation and change.
• Demonstrated ability to drive the development and implementation of project management standards, methodology and ongoing compliance of control systems within a complex, matrix organisation.
• Proven success in collaboration and leadership in the support of program management plans and balance these needs to ensure the best for business outcomes.

To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Sunday 21st April 2024. Kindly be aware that the Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.

There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say there’s three things that really stand out: 

• A career that matters and lasts: You’ll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
• Unique work and the chance to grow: You’ll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
• People who love to support and share: You’ll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.

At Powerlink, we champion inclusion and belonging by supporting every candidate during the recruitment journey. Please inform us of any needs or adjustments for a more inclusive process, including sharing your preferred pronouns.  As a Veteran-Friendly Employer, we value the skills Veterans bring and ensure equal opportunities. Let us know if you're a Veteran for tailored support. Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks. As advocates of the Circle Back initiative, we pledge to respond to all applications promptly.