Design Manager

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

As the Design Manager for our Major Projects Design Team, 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.  

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:

The Design Manager is responsible for managing the design process for the delivery of Powerlink’s network projects. This role oversees and manages both internal and external sourced designs and acts as the central point of contact for project designs. The Design Manager liaises with and advises the project delivery team and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that designs meet Powerlink’s requirements and that all areas of design are aligned with the project requirements. 

As the Design Manager you will lead the project design delivery for multidisciplinary design teams to ensure successful delivery of simultaneous multiple large-scale projects. This includes scoping, scheduling, reporting, cost, quality, risk management, and teamwork. 

The people you'll join:

As part of our Design Solutions group, you'll join a team of professionals dedicated to the delivering excellence in Major Projects Design based between our Virginia and Bowen Hills locations.  Our team is comprised of passionate individuals who thrive on challenges, collaboration, innovation, and on doing the best for Powerlink and Queenslanders.  We love what we do, and we appreciate the people we work, learn and have fun with. Our culture fosters continuous learning and opportunities to grow.  

What you'll bring:

• Extensive knowledge of one or more of the following areas relevant to the position: Substation Design (Civil or Electrical) and Transmission Lines Design (Civil, Electrical, or Layout). 
• Degree qualification in Engineering or lesser qualification with extensive knowledge and experience in design of high voltage substations, transmission lines and/or telecommunications technologies.

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 Sunday 15th 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 Kim at kim.pigg@powerlink.com.au. 

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

We know empowering people to bring their whole self to work enables them to unleash their potential. To learn about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, visit our careers site for more information!

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