Powerlink Queensland is a leading provider of high voltage electricity transmission network services and plays a central role in connecting Queenslanders to a new energy future. As part of this, we are planning and delivering a large number of major projects, including renewable energy developments, across Queensland.
Job Summary
One of Powerlink’s key drivers is to become the renewable energy super grid of the future and a leader in the transmission industry. If you are keen to play a part in the planning and management of Test and Commissioning activities to connect energy infrastructure projects to the National Electricity Market, then we want to hear from you.
We currently have multiple permanent career opportunities in the commissioning management of High Voltage substations and transmission lines by the Project Commissioning Manager (HV) and the management of Telecommunications and Data Network testing and commissioning activities by the Telecommunications Project Commissioning Manager.
About the role
In the role of the Project Commissioning Manager (HV) you will plan and manage all HV Electrical testing and commissioning activities across the wider project lifecycle in order to deliver Powerlink’s infrastructure works program.
In the role of the Telecommunications Project Commissioning Manager you will plan and manage all Telecommunications and Data Network testing and commissioning activities across the wider project lifecycle in order to deliver Powerlink’s infrastructure works program.
- Manage all testing and commissioning activities for high voltage substations and transmission lines or telecommunications and Data Network systems throughout Queensland safely and efficiently
- Manage development of integrated Commissioning Staging Plans and Commissioning Advice and Notices documentation
- Prepare Commissioning Schedules, Commissioning Staging Plans and Commissioning Test Plans for allocated projects.
- Management and validation of all technical specification portions of the testing and pre-commissioning components of contracts for works requiring design, construction and testing services.
- Ensure the Network Outages are managed effectively with regard to safety and efficiency.
- Overall management of site pre-commissioning and final commissioning works for each commissioning stage of a project
- Lead the test and commissioning team during the project, to ensure all testing activities occur in line with the plan.
About you
Ideally you will have a relevant Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent supported by knowledge and experience in developing, managing and executing test and commissioning plans to support the Commissioning of High Voltage infrastructure and/or associated Telecommunications system and Data Network projects is beneficial.
Evidence of your success will be a proven track record in:
- Experience in planning and organising detailed engineering projects, ideally in a high voltage transmission environment and/or within the telecommunications and / or digital technologies environment
- The effective application of safe systems of work in a Project setting resulting in safe outcomes and / or performance improvement.
You will need to demonstrate your ability to communicate openly and effectively, including the ability to influence and negotiate with various stakeholders to achieve common goals.
You will have successfully developed and maintained productive relationships with key stakeholders.
What next?
Please click on the "Apply" button below to submit an application. Applications close at Midnight Sunday 28 August 2022. Please monitor your e-mail regarding communication on progress of your application. For further information about this opportunity, please contact the recruitment team.
About Powerlink
Powerlink is a leading Australian provider of electricity transmission services, delivering safe, cost effective and reliable solutions. Our purpose is to connect Queenslanders to a world-class energy future, providing electricity to five million Queenslanders and 238,000 businesses.
Our people strategy focuses on balanced leadership, values diverse backgrounds and fosters a culture of inclusion.
At Powerlink, we are an equal opportunity employer and proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
We currently have permanent career opportunities to provide project commissioning advice and services associated with planning and managing test and commissioning activities across several allocated transmission network projects.
An attractive work environment with a pride in our delivery and social culture, including free secure on-site parking, a sponsored cafeteria and gym. We offer flexible working arrangements to suit your personal and family needs, an attractive market based remuneration package and several other membership benefits. Come and work with us to find out how great we really are.