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 an OT Systems Support Officer, you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 253,000 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.

• Competitive salary and 14.75% superannuation
• Work a 9-day fortnight with RDO’s every second week
• 24-month maximum term contract role
• 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

We are looking for multiple OT System Support Officers to provide technology and applications management services to our Advanced Energy Management System (AEMS). In this role you will manage configuration, performance, and fault/emergency processes to support Powerlink’s energy, digital and telecommunications network management systems.

Further to this, you will;

• Develop and support Hardware and Software Inventory and Configuration Management tools to ensure accurate asset records and high availability of network systems
• Coordinate and support Fault Management processes to maintain system resilience
• Assist in implementing new technology and projects, ensuring best practices
• Build strong working relationships with team members and internal stakeholders 

The people you’ll join

Are you ready to be part of a transformative initiative that will shape the future of energy network management? Powerlink is embarking on the delivery of our new Advanced Energy Management System – this project will lay the foundations for Powerlink to become the renewable grid of the future. 

We are seeking passionate professionals to help us deliver cutting-edge technologies that will streamline processes, enhance customer experience, and introduce innovative ways of working. 

If you’re excited about leading the charge in a major business transformation and have the skills to contribute to this pivotal initiative, we want to hear from you. Join us in making a lasting impact on the energy industry. 

What you’ll bring

• Degree level qualification in Electrical Engineering or Information Technology

You will have a strong background in operations engineering applications, project management techniques, and control system technologies. 

You should also be proficient with UNIX operating systems, virtual environments, Windows Active Directory, storage arrays, and security measures in operational technology environments.

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 3rd of February 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 Nix at 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. about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, visit our careers site for more information!

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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