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• Dynamic Engineering Officer program
• 9-day fortnight, flexible working opportunities and & on the job career development
• Permanent Employment and competitive starting salary

Imagine if you could say you played a pivotal role in Queensland’s energy transformation? Several years as a Graduate at Powerlink is all it takes to set up life-long possibilities for your career. 

Queensland is on the cusp of huge changes and as the only state-wide high voltage provider, there’s never been a better time to join. 

Because at Powerlink, Graduate possibilities start with us.

What are we offering? 

Experience an exciting era of energy projects and transformation and help to shape a greener energy future.  This year we have refreshed our Graduate Engineering Officer Program to give you the best possible grounding for a career in energy.  

Commencing January 2025, our Graduate Engineering Officer Program will provide you with learning opportunities that are unique to Powerlink and the electricity sector, working across Design, Systems, Field and Delivery rotations. 

Our programs provide an exciting mix of on-the-job technical learning and professional development. 

As a graduate with Powerlink, you’ll experience:

• Broad rotations to build your technical knowledge and capability
• Internal training and development sessions to support your career
• Buddy and formal mentoring programs with our experienced network of professional leaders
• Social activities to keep you connected to your graduate cohort
• 9-day fortnight and flexible working opportunities
• 14.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
• Free parking and access to charging stations for electric vehicles at our Virginia Offices

Our Graduate Engineering Officers’ salaries start at $109,021 + 14.75% Super for a 9-day fortnight. On occasion, some Graduates may work a 10-day fortnight, and can expect a starting base salary of $133,248 + 14.75% Super.  

Life at our Virginia Campus is always buzzing with regular social events, an onsite gym facility with daily classes, and a kitchen + sandwich bar offering quality meals at subsidised prices. You'll also receive a paid volunteer day to go and give back to your community! Find out more about the benefits at Powerlink on our page.

As a permanent employee, you’ll rotate through different divisions over two years in a structured program, (with the option for additional electives) before being fully integrated into the business into a team you love. Head over to our graduate page to learn more. 

Who are we looking for? 

Our Graduate Engineering officer program is open to those who are completing their final year of study, or have recently completed qualifications – offered at the level of engineering associate under the Dublin Accord, in:

• Associate Degree of Engineering (Electrical or Mechatronics)
• Associate Degree (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
• Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (Electrical and Electronics)
• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering

OR

• Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering
• Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Power Industry)
• Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Electrical)

We also invite individuals to apply who have recently completed qualifications – offered at the level of engineering technologist under the Syndey Accord, in:

• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical or Electrical & Electronic or Telecommunications
• Bachelor of Engineering Science in Electrical or Electrical & Electronic
• Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering)

You will also hold a relevant electrical trade qualification (or equivalent certificate III qualification) paired with a current Queensland drivers’ licence (manual required). 

Want to find out more? 

Join us at our online Q&A sessions with our Early Careers Team on Tuesday 6th August 2024. You can email earlytalent@powerlink.com.au to register your interest for a link to the morning (9.30–10.30 a.m.) or afternoon (3pm-4pm) sessions.

This virtual session will provide you with the opportunity to hear more about the program, ask any burning questions, get application tips and advice, and find out more about the work we do here at Powerlink!

Take the next step today!

If you are keen to join a world leader in the energy industry and play your part in creating a sustainable future, click the Apply button! Applications will open on Prosple from Tuesday 23rd July. 

Please upload your current resume and answer our application questions. We won't need a cover letter - just a great application! If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to let us know at the time of your application.

Applications will close on Sunday 18th of August  at 11:59pm.

You will receive a confirmation email upon submission of your application. To find out more information, please reach out to the Powerlink Team at earlytalent@powerlink.com.au.