Senior Engineer Strategic & Future Network Operations — Virginia, Brisbane

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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 the Senior Engineer in Strategic & Future Network Operations, 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. Conduct network capacity and capability analysis, develop strategic options, and provide expert advice on delivering alternative network solutions, remedial strategies, and network support agreements. Develop and communicate detailed operational plans for the optimal development of the interconnected network, ensuring operations meet reliability, system standards, and network stability requirements. Identify and implement changes in operating approaches, methods, systems, and processes to facilitate the connection of new electrification load projects, renewable energy projects, and dynamic transmission equipment, supporting the energy transition in Queensland. 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: Career development Health & wellbeing programs Leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing) Inclusive workplace facilities Free undercover secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles The opportunity: As a Senior Engineer in Strategic & Future Network Operations, you will report to the Manager of Strategic & Future Network Operations. Your role involves employing innovative methods to analyse and resolve operational challenges to effectively manage the evolving complexities of the transmission network. The people you'll join: Located in Brisbane, you will become part of a collaborative team of professionals, including Principal Engineers, a Senior Engineer and Development Engineer in Strategic & Future Network Operations. You will play a key role in shaping future-oriented strategies for Queensland's SuperGrid within an innovative and agile work culture that offers opportunities to lead transformative initiatives. What you'll bring: In addition to having degree qualifications in Electrical Engineering, you will have significant applied experience working within an engineering advisory role and be RPEQ. Demonstrated experience in the Energy industry or similar (other utilities) which may include transmission or distribution electricity network development, power generation operations, or market operations. Skills developing and implementing long term strategic network plans to ensure the robust development of the transmission network to meet future requirements Ability to develop high-level strategies to ensure future network and infrastructure needs are met Demonstrated ability to utilise Energy Management Systems and / or other technologies to model power systems Demonstrated ability to lead and influence within a multi-disciplinary team 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 Wednesday 6th Novembe r 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 Elliot Price Tripcony & recruitmentpowerlink.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. about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, visit our careers site for more information 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. Powerlink acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the skies, lands, and waters of Queensland and in particular, the lands on which we operate. LI-EP1