Project Delivery Director - Major Projects

At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you

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.

A career that matters and lasts

We need experienced Project Delivery Directors to deliver some of the largest transmission projects in Australia and help connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.  

• Competitive Senior Management Salary Package including 14.75% Super
• Coordinate and guide major project initiatives carried out by a large multidisciplinary project delivery team 
• Oversee the performance of construction contractors and related service providers to efficiently deliver project construction for major transmission network projects.

We believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.

Ask us about:

• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Career development
• Health & wellbeing programs
• Leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
• Inclusive workplace facilities

The opportunity:

As a Project Delivery Director you will be contributing to the success of construction and commissioning of our Major Projects Portfolio supporting the future development of Queensland's transmission network.

You will ensure the projects will be conducted in a safe and efficient manner, you will be monitoring progress, managing and mitigating risks and effectively engaging and developing the delivery team to achieve successful outcomes within the agreed budget and timeframes.

This director role will see you identifying and managing delivery risks and opportunities associated with our Major Projects portfolio, creating opportunities for input to improve Powerlink’s major projects delivery methodology and decision making in delivering  once-in-a-generation transmission projects.

The people you'll join:

In these critical project delivery leadership roles you be part of a larger Major Projects Delivery office. You will lead a high performing, multi-functional, project delivery team based in Bowen Hills in Brisbane supporting large transmission network projects based in Queensland. Frequent travel to site and / or regional locations is a requirement for the role, with short periods working away from home.

You’ll work in a closely knit project delivery team and help find clever solutions to interesting project delivery problems, as you grow your skills and your impact every day. And you’ll do it with down-to-earth people who you’re proud to work with and get to know.

Together, we’re connecting Queensland to an even brighter and more sustainable future.
 

What you'll bring:

You will need to bring significant relevant experience in managing project delivery teams in the planning and execution of end to end construction of major HV infrastructure. 

You will also need to be able to demonstrate: 

• Demonstrated experience in overseeing the performance of contractors and ensuring the review, acceptance and implementation of Principle Contractor safe systems of work.  
• Applied knowledge of all relevant legislation, policies, procedures and practices within the High Voltage Transmission environment.  

Qualifications:

• Degree level qualifications in Engineering, Construction, Project Management disciplines or a lesser qualification with significant experience

We’d also love you to have:

• Post graduate qualifications in management or project management is desirable.

Find your possibility today:

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, 1 June 2025. Please be aware our recruitment team will commence the review process during this period. 
 

To discuss any adjustment requirements or for more information on the role, contact Klaas van Noord, klaas.vannoord@powerlink.com.au.

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