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SalarySenior Project Manager
- Be a part of the team that is transforming Queensland’s energy system and providing clean reliable and affordable energy for Queenslanders.
- World class project delivery - Be involved in a once in a generation project to rebuild our network backbone.
- Gain Super Grid exposure to 500kV network development and the significant network augmentation required for the Queensland grid.
At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you.
We figure life’s about possibilities. And so’s the future.
That’s why we need you. As Senior Project Manager for our Major Projects division, you’ll help us deliver against commitments to our major projects portfolio and connect Queensland to an even brighter and more sustainable future. No matter your role, your work is about ensuring we provide high voltage electricity to over five million Queenslanders and 253,000 businesses.
Together, we’re gearing up for an even brighter future, working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. We need your specialised engineering and project management expertise in the development of high voltage transmission infrastructure to support the delivery of major projects portfolio.
Our Major Projects division will be responsible for delivering some of the largest ever energy transformation and economic development projects in Regional Queensland, and one of the largest expansions to the power grid in Australia. These projects will further unlock the renewable energy potential for Queensland.
Find a career that matters and lasts
As a Senior Project Manager, you will develop a comprehensive project management plan and ensure that specific project objectives are achieved which involves all aspects of the project, including scope, budget, schedule and quality.
This role also acts as the primary interface between the internal and external stakeholders supporting the project delivery. This will require the incumbent to operate effectively across different functional groups and divisions.
Here’s how:
- You’ll lead cutting-edge projects, planning and managing the project delivery for some of our major new energy infrastructure projects.
- You’ll join a team that is solving complex technical delivery problems with a focus on safety, quality and efficiency.
- You’ll coordinate the delivery of assigned projects to approved budget, time and infrastructure specifications.
- You’ll create a high performing project team, building a strong delivery team culture ensuring a high standard of project team performance
- Degree level qualifications in Engineering and/or Project Management and or demonstrated experience in a similar field.
- Significant relevant program and/or project management experience in the development of high voltage transmission infrastructure projects.
- Proven people leadership and relationship building skills working with your project team and delivery partners to optimise delivery
- A high performance delivery focus, managing risks and adapting to ensure certainty in delivery
- Demonstrated experience in the delivery of Major Projects, ideally in high voltage submission and/or transmission lines or other industries.
Be the start of every possibility
There’s so much opportunity for you to grab here. If this role sounds like it would suit you, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please click on the Apply button. This will take you to our careers page, where you’ll start the application process by attaching your resume and cover letter. Applications close at Midnight, Sunday 10 March 2024. Please monitor your e-mail for updates on your application. Kindly be aware that the Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.
For all enquiries, contact our recruitment team at .
Why Powerlink?
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 in Senior Project leadership positions connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, green energy future.
Unique work and the chance to grow: You’ll help find smart project delivery 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, high-performing project delivery professionals who are also down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.
Don’t just take our word for it. Hear from Dean Smit, the General Manager – Major Projects about why he chooses to work with us.
Dean Smit , GM Major Projects – Powerlink is a wonderful organisation with a very engaged workforce which underpins the positive culture that’s needed to grow a fantastic career and to be part of building the Super Grid for all Queenslanders to benefit from in the coming years.
You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Hybrid, family-friendly and flexible working arrangements including substitution of public holidays
- Health & wellbeing benefits, including corporate health plan with employee discounts, annual flu?vaccinations
- 12.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
- Volunteer leave and 14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half pay
- Bright, open office layout.
Powerlink is a leading Australian provider of electricity transmission services, delivering safe, cost effective and reliable solutions. Our purpose is to connect Queenslanders to a world-class energy future, providing electricity to five million Queenslanders and 253,000 businesses.
Our commitment to inclusion and belonging:
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.
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