Design Manager
Powerlink Queensland (Powerlink) is a leading Australian provider of high voltage electricity transmission network services, combining innovation with insight to deliver safe, cost-effective and reliable solutions. We are a Government Owned Corporation (GOC) that owns, develops, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network in Queensland. Our network extends 1,700 kilometres (km) from Cairns to the New South Wales (NSW) border and comprises 15,449 circuit km of transmission lines and 152 substations. Our purpose is to connect Queenslanders to a world-class energy future, providing electricity to more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Through our unique central position in the power system, we are guiding the market to help influence the energy system of the future – one that effectively balances customer needs, while transforming to a lower carbon future comprising a diverse array of generation and storage technologies including large-scale wind and solar developments, batteries, pumped hydro and gas turbines. Powerlink’s network serves as the platform for the provision of energy services while maintaining a sharp focus on safety, affordability and reliability of supply for our customers. As well as connecting large generators to end-use customers through the distribution networks owned by Energex and Ergon Energy (part of the Energy Queensland Group), and Essential Energy (in northern NSW), we also provide electricity directly to large industrial customers such as rail companies, mines and mineral processing facilities. As a Transmission Network Service Provider (TNSP), we link to the National Electricity Market (NEM) via the Queensland/NSW Interconnector (QNI) transmission line. Most of Powerlink’s network is regulated by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) under the National Electricity Law and the National Electricity Rules (NER).
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 Design Manager, 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.
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 programs
- Health & wellbeing benefits including corporate health plan with employee discounts
- Leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
- Inclusive workplace facilities
- Free secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles.
The opportunity:
As the Design Manager, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end design delivery for Powerlink's network projects. You'll play a central role in ensuring the successful integration of designs across multiple disciplines, managing risks, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will also:
- Manage the delivery of designs for large-scale, simultaneous projects. Oversee scoping, scheduling, reporting, risk management, quality, cost control, and teamwork.
- Develop and execute detailed design plans from conception to project closeout, ensuring timely and high-quality design solutions.
- Proactively manage design interfaces across all disciplines (Substations, Transmission Lines, Secondary, Telecommunications Systems) and with internal/external resources, contractors, and customers.
- Serve as the key point of contact for all project design technical matters, coordinating advice from subject matter experts as needed.
- Lead and mentor Design Delivery Coordinators and collaborate with other Design Managers to optimise project outcomes.
The people you'll join:
As a member of our Design Solutions team at our Virginia office, you'll work with a team who are driven by collaboration, innovation, and a shared purpose to deliver reliable, sustainable energy solutions to communities across Queensland and beyond. You’ll work alongside talented professionals who bring diverse expertise and perspectives, and who are dedicated to creating a safer, smarter, and more resilient energy network.
What you'll bring:
- Degree qualification in Engineering or lesser qualification with extensive knowledge and experience in design of high voltage substations, transmission lines or telecommunications technologies
- Demonstrated ability to manage large infrastructure projects, including design support services.
- Knowledge of Australian and international design standards (AS, IEC, IEEE, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to manage large infrastructure projects, including design support services.
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 24th November 2024. 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 on recruitment@powerlink.com.au.
Our commitment to inclusion and belonging
We know empowering people to bring their whole self to work enables them to unleash their potential. Read more about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, by visiting our careers site for more information!
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Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks. As advocates of the Circle Back initiative, we pledge to respond to all applications promptly.
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