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

Life at Powerlink

As Manager Governance, Assurance & Insights, 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.

• Family friendly and flexible working arrangements.
• Free undercover secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles
• Additional leave purchasing
• 12.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
• Powerlink offers robust leadership development through integrated programs, fostering growth across all levels.

Find a career that matters and lasts

As our Manager of Governance Assurance & Insights, you'll lead and direct the development and implementation of governance frameworks, policies and procedures, compliance, risk management, assurance activities, financial analysis, performance reporting and evaluation, and data analytics aligned to corporate frameworks.

In this role, you'll build a team of Business Analytics and Quality and Assurance professionals, and work closely with our Corporate Governance team, relevant General Managers, and Managers to embed and provide key insights & drive optimized performance through analytics.

We're looking for someone with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

The community you will join

Based in Brisbane, your role will sit within Operational Service Delivery (OSD) division. Our OSD division is responsible for delivering Powerlink's state-wide Transmission operations, including 24/7 real time operations, telecommunication services, operational technology (OT), Engineering Support, laboratory services and all field maintenance including project delivery.

Your expertise

• Relevant tertiary qualification in business, commerce, corporate governance, audit or a related field, or lesser qualification with extensive experience

We’d also love you to have:

• Professional membership in governance, assurance, insights, finance or related fields
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing governance, assurance, performance reporting, financial analysis and insights functions in a complex and dynamic environment
• High-level knowledge and understanding of governance frameworks, policies and procedures, risk management, compliance, internal audit, performance reporting and evaluation, and data analytics
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic advice and support to senior leadership on governance, assurance and insights matters, including preparing and presenting high-quality reports, briefings and submissions
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, coach and develop a high-performing team
• High level financial and resource management skills, with the ability to manage budgets and resources in accordance with policies and procedures
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, and the ability to drive and implement change

Be the start of every possibility

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 13th of April, 2024. Kindly be aware that the Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.

There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say there’s three things that really stand out:

• A career that matters and lasts: You’ll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
• Unique work and the chance to grow: You’ll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
• People who love to support and share: You’ll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.

For all enquiries, contact our recruitment team at recruitment@powerlink.com.au.

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

At Powerlink, we champion inclusion and belonging by supporting every candidate during the recruitment journey. Please inform us of any needs or adjustments for a more inclusive process, including sharing your preferred pronouns. As a Veteran-Friendly Employer, we value the skills Veterans bring and ensure equal opportunities. Let us know if you're a Veteran for tailored support.
Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks. As advocates of the Circle Back initiative, we pledge to respond to all applications promptly.