Senior Portfolio Delivery Advisor

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 industry to maintain a safe, reliable and cost-effective transmission network. 

A career that matters and lasts

As the Senior Portfolio Delivery Advisor 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 offering from $194,000 + 14.75% super (10 day fortnight) 
• 24-month maximum term opportunity

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
• Cultural leave for ceremonial or sorry business
• Other leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
• Inclusive workplace facilities
• Health & wellbeing programs
• Free secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles

The opportunity:

As the Senior Portfolio Delivery Advisor, you play a lead role in shaping the BITDD Program Portfolio. This position ensures Portfolio alignment with enterprise priorities, drives governance excellence, and supports effective delivery across initiatives. The role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement and operational oversight.

You will:

• Lead strategic Portfolio planning and initiative alignment using governance and assurance frameworks, translating priorities into actionable plans informed by data and trends
• Guide project teams in alignment with delivery and assurance frameworks
• Represent the Portfolio in cross-functional forums, managing stakeholder engagement  
• Deliver executive-level reporting and presentations, maintain accurate portfolio data to support strategic data-driven decisions
• Oversee minor works delivery, ensuring quality through review of business cases, change requests, project plans and other key project documentation

The people you'll join:

Reporting to the Portfolio Manager, you will be a key part of the Program Portfolio team. The Program Portfolio team encompasses the management and delivery of a collection of projects and programs that align with Powerlink's strategic and operational technology goals.  The team is responsible for ensuring that IT initiatives are executed effectively, align with business objectives, and deliver value to the organisation.

What you'll bring:

• Degree-level or Diploma level qualification in Information Technology, Business, Project Management or other relevant field
  
  

You’ll be a strategic thinker with governance expertise, having the ability to align portfolio initiatives to enterprise priorities. You should be skilled in applying risk management and assurance frameworks to guide decision-making and ensure delivery quality.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, including the ability to lead, manage escalations, and influence across diverse audiences.

Proficiency in data analysis and reporting is key, with experience in presenting insights to executive stakeholders. The role also requires sound financial acumen to assess budgets, forecasts, and investment plans, along with the ability to oversee project delivery and review key project delivery documentation.

A proactive, collaborative mindset and attention to detail will support success in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, with a focus on continuous improvement.

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 3rd of August, 2025. Please be aware our recruitment team will commence the review process during this period. 

To request adjustments or ask for the position description, contact Nix at Nix.Lapham@Powerlink.com.au

You are welcome here

You are welcome here at Powerlink, regardless of sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. 

As part of our Reconciliation Action Plan, we’re committed to building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Learn more about our commitment towards Reconciliation and greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Successful applicants must consent to, undergo, obtain, and maintain the relevant security clearance for this role, in accordance with the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (Cth) and the AusCheck Act 2007 (Cth) as amended from time to time. As part of our commitment to maintaining a positive candidate experience, we pledge to provide a timely response to all applicants.