Social Performance 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 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 a Social Performance 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.  

• Permanent, full-time position
• Help Shape Social Impact and Community Engagement Across Queensland’s Energy Future
   

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 Social Performance Advisor, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting and implementing social performance strategies, impact assessments, community investment plans and performance monitoring for critical infrastructure projects. You will also:

• Support the development and implementation of Social Impact Assessments and Community Investment Plans.
• Provide guidance on complex social and community issues, ensuring sustainable outcomes with communities and stakeholders.
• Identify social risks and develop actionable strategies in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to planning, delivery, and monitoring of community engagement and investment programs that create shared value.
• Represent Powerlink in discussions with government and sector stakeholders on community relations and social performance matters.

The people you'll join:

You will join a dedicated team of professionals within our Community and Social Performance team that play a critical role in the way Powerlink engages with communities and stakeholders across Queensland. The team is passionate about delivering meaningful social outcomes and fostering respectful, long-term relationships that support the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects. With a collaborative and supportive culture, the team values open communication, shared learning, and continuous improvement.

What you'll bring:

• A degree in Social Science, Environmental Studies, Communications or similar discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven experience in social performance, community engagement, risk analysis, and stakeholder management within infrastructure or linear project settings.
• Strong understanding of land access issues, community dynamics, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement.
• Experience with Social Impact Assessment methodologies, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
   

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 Monday 19th May 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.
 

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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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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.

Powerlink acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the skies, lands, and waters of Queensland and in particular, the lands on which we operate.