Manager Network and Alternate Solutions

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 Manager, Network and Alternate Solutions you’ll help us 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 Salary starting from $330,000 including superannuation
• Lead the development of projects to deliver future network infrastructure
• Drive the uplift of systems & processes to ensure good governance

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
• Free undercover secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles

The opportunity:

As a Manager, Network and Alternate Solutions, you’ll lead the development and analysis of options for delivering Powerlink’s required future network infrastructure in line with the company’s portfolio program. You will be responsible for managing the assessment and governance of infrastructure-related projects, including both CAPEX and OPEX. You will strategically progress options through scoping, analysis, and approval stages while ensuring effective sponsorship and governance throughout the execution phase of the selected solution. You will also own and set the regulated capex and operating project program and budgets for the business.

You’ll lead a team of professionals to ensure structured project planning, covering scheduling, resourcing, communication and stakeholder engagement across the organisation. This will include leading the consultation processes required for the Regulatory Investment Test for Transmission (RIT-T) and Priority Transmission Investment processes, in accordance with the National Electricity Rules.

The team’s collective efforts will be aligned directly with broader organisational objectives. You’ll be accountable for ensuring appropriate project sponsorship and governance systems are in place, resulting in quality solutions with a balance between reliability and cost.

Working within a rapidly evolving environment, this role brings enormous opportunity to transform and uplift systems and processes enabling effective coordination and governance of the overall program of works, encompassing a cycle of continuous improvement.

The people you'll join:

Based in Virginia, you will work within the Network and Business Development division, reporting directly into the General Manager Network Portfolio.

The Network Portfolio team oversees the development and optimisation of Powerlink's network investment plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives. The team collaborates across the organisation to create actionable strategies, communicate plans, and support key systems.

In an environment where the mix of electricity generation is changing and network load is increasing, this function plays a key role of developing, optimising and then executing these plans. 

What you'll bring:

You will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or have a lesser qualification coupled with significant energy experience in coordinating asset planning and management within the energy, utilities or oil & gas industries. Additionally, you will have proven success in applying asset management, risk management, financial management and ongoing governance practices.

You will be passionate about building and leading collaborative, high-performing teams in delivering a portfolio of work, creating an environment of empowerment and accountability.

You’ll also have highly developed stakeholder engagement skills including working across a complex, matrix organisation to develop and communicate portfolio plans and recommendations for future network needs, ensuring that optimal commercial outcomes are achieved for the business and its stakeholders.

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 Thursday 27th March 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 Kate Bossennec at kate.bossennec@powerlink.com.au

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