Recruitment Lead

Newly created opportunity to build and develop our recruitment function, partnering with leaders to deliver talent acquisition for the organisation.

• Drive and develop our recruitment function as we rapidly scale-up to meet new project demands
• Hybrid WFH Options; Substitution of public holidays, volunteer leave, 14 wks paid parental leave.
• 9 Day Fortnight available, free parking, onsite gym & cafeteria

There’s never been a more exciting time to join Powerlink, and get involved in once-in-a-generation projects we’re delivering across Queensland. From the development of Renewable Energy Zones, the upgrade of our transmission backbone network, or even the connection of exciting renewable developments like the Copperstring project in North Queensland - we’re helping to build a renewable super grid that will deliver a low carbon energy future for all Queenslanders.

Due to the rapid expansion of the recruitment team, we’re thrilled to invite applications for the position of Recruitment Lead, as part of our Talent and Benefits team.

What are we offering?

A newly created role, the Recruitment Lead will ensure the delivery of efficient and high-quality resourcing for Powerlink, prioritising workload and driving efficiencies to deliver strong customer satisfaction, whilst executing day-to-day operational leadership of the recruitment team.

Reporting to the Manager, Talent & Benefits and overseeing a team of 4 to 6 recruiters, you will:

• Provide guidance, coaching and leadership to team members, supporting the development and improvement of service levels, and customer collaboration to understand the needs of the business.
• Support hiring leaders with mid-level to high-level end-to-end recruitment activities including the provision of specialist support and advice on recruitment strategies
• Provide advice on escalated complex issues and interpretation and application of policies and procedures.
• Manage the efficient operations of recruitment tools and technology (eg. online job boards and Powerlink Recruitment management system)
• Lead the management of contingent supply recruitment agencies
• Design and implement improvements to the recruitment process to support the organisations achievement of diverse recruitment outcomes and an inclusive workplace, including hiring leader training.

Who are we looking for?

A seasoned recruiter and energetic self-starter, your experience has equipped with you with strong interpersonal skills and natural business partnership capabilities; showcasing your historical success with enabling strong candidate and customer driven recruitment processes.

Highly-accomplished in creating diverse and dynamic recruitment campaigns, your sourcing skills and candidate engagement experience has seen you deliver a number of domestic and international recruitment campaigns, successfully sourcing challenging-to-fill positions.

With a demonstrated ability to problem-solve and work through diverse and complex hiring challenges, your capacity to plan, organise and prioritise your team’s work enables success through delivering to business demands, negotiating leader outcomes and expectations accordingly.

A considered and influential leader, you are a confident with coaching and leading a team, identifying opportunities for improvement and tailoring your approach to encourage self-accountability through nurturing and professional development.

A degree in HR Management or lesser qualification coupled with significant recruitment experience would be highly desirable.

Inclusion at Powerlink

Unleashing our people’s potential is essential to our success. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is welcome and where diverse perspectives are valued. We are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and harness the unique talents, perspectives and experiences of all people.

Throughout the recruitment process, we provide support for candidates to ensure nobody is disadvantaged. Please tell us about any adjustments, support or access requirements that may help make the recruitment process more inclusive for you. You are also welcome to share your pronouns with us at any point throughout the process.

What next?

If you see yourself in this opportunity, then we want to hear from you! To apply please click on the Apply button to be taken to our careers page to start the application process, attaching your resume and cover letter responding to the "About you" section above. Please monitor your email for further communication regarding the progress of your application.

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity or to request a copy of the position description, please reach out to justin.howe@powerlink.com.au

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Note, candidates may be shortlisted and contacted upon application for interview prior to closing date. Applications close strictly on Sunday 28th of May at 11:59PM

Leaders in the energy future

Powerlink is a leading Australian provider of electricity transmission services, delivering safe, cost effective, secure and reliable energy solutions. We own, develop, operate and maintain the high voltage transmission network in Queensland, providing electricity to more than five million Queenslanders and 238,000 businesses.We offer:

• Hybrid, family-friendly and flexible working arrangements including substitution of public holidays
• 12.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
• Volunteer leave and 14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half pay
• Bright, open office layout with access to onsite credit union and cafeteria.
• Free undercover parking and charging stations for electric vehicles
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including corporate health plan with employee discounts, annual flu vaccinations, onsite gym facilities and access to Employee Assistance Program