About Transgrid
Over decades of technical excellence, Transgrid has enabled the smooth operation of over 13,000 km of high voltage transmission wires and 126 substations in NSW and the ACT, with connections to Victoria and Queensland. Transgrid is leading the way towards a more resilient future, working closely with customers and communities to make sure no one is left behind. Be part of our journey as we make a better power system for generations to come.
About the role
Join Transgrid as an Internal Delivery & Complex Plant Manager, leading the safe, efficient delivery of critical network programs that support Australia's energy future. You'll empower high-performing teams, drive innovation and continuous improvement, and deliver work that enhances the reliability and resilience of our transmission network while growing capability across the workforce.
What you’ll do
In this influential leadership role, you'll lead people, performance and operational excellence to deliver critical infrastructure outcomes while building capability across the business.
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Lead the safe delivery of critical network programs, driving strong safety, quality, cost and schedule outcomes.
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Inspire and develop high-performing teams, fostering accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
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Drive operational excellence and innovation, using insights and data to improve productivity and reliability.
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Build workforce capability, developing technical skills, succession plans and readiness for emerging technologies.
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Strengthen stakeholder partnerships and commercial outcomes, delivering customer-focused, compliant and sustainable results.
What you’ll bring
You are a collaborative and safety-focused leader with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Able to manage sensitive information with discretion, you bring a practical approach to risk management, a sound understanding of WHS requirements, and the ability to build trusted relationships while working effectively across teams to deliver positive outcomes. Other requirements include:
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Relevant tertiary qualification (Advanced Diploma) or equivalent experience.
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Extensive experience delivering transmission programs and projects.
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Strong knowledge of transmission networks and stakeholder requirements.
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Proven ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions.
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Strong business planning, leadership and commercial acumen.
Why join us?
You will lead critical network programs that power communities and support Australia's energy transition, while influencing the future capability of our transmission workforce. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership, operational excellence and people development to deliver important infrastructure networks.
Be part of something bigger - Our Leadership principles
At Transgrid, our Leadership Principles—Courage, Care, Clarity, and Connection—form the foundation of how we lead. Courage means embracing challenges and doing what’s right. Care focuses on leading with heart, valuing people as the core of our organisation. Clarity ensures teams understand success and their impact, while Connection links individuals to our purpose and strategy while fostering strong relationships among team members, customers, and partners.
Our commitment to you
We’re committed to a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will provide adjustments to ensure you can participate fully in our recruitment process.
Applications close on the Thursday, 26th November 2026. Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, and we will assess applications as they are received.