Internal Delivery Manager (Substations)

Transgrid; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 weeks' paid parental leave

Novated leasing

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Transgrid is seeking an Internal Delivery Manager - Substations to lead the safe delivery of critical infrastructure projects across NSW and ACT. You will oversee construction, testing and commissioning, coordinating resources and teams to ensure reliable power delivery and customer satisfaction.

This pivotal role focuses on safety, performance culture, and strong stakeholder engagement, with opportunities to shape the network's reliability and expansion across major transmission assets.

Qualifications

• Electrical Trade Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Engineering/Project Management.
• Experience delivering transmission asset projects, including construction, testing and commissioning.
• Knowledge of WHS, environmental compliance and risk management.
• Understanding of the electricity industry and customer expectations.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction and project delivery teams to safely execute capital and operational works programs.
• Drive high performance through leadership, planning, budgeting and continuous improvement.
• Oversee project delivery, contractor performance, risk and program outcomes.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to deliver customer-focused results.
• Champion safety, team development and a positive performance culture.

Skills

Project delivery

Resource management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Electrical Trade Certificate

Engineering/Project Management degree or diploma

Job description

Transgrid operates and manages the major high voltage electricity transmission network in NSW and the ACT, connecting generators, distributors and major end users.

Our core role is to connect electricity consumers to a safe, secure and reliable network through efficient maintenance, proficient operation of assets and prudent investment. Our network is the backbone of the NEM, enabling energy trading between Australia's three largest states along the east coast and supporting the competitive wholesale electricity market

About the role

Join Transgrid in a pivitol role as an Internal Delivery Manager - Substations, where you'll lead the safe delivery of critical infrastructure projects that strengthen the network, connect communities and support Australia's energy future.

The impact you'll make

This is a role where your impact is visible, bringing together people, resources and expertise to solve complex challenges, drive safe and efficient project outcomes. No two projects are the same, and the scale, complexity and importance of the work will continually stretch and develop your capabilities.

Lead construction and project delivery teams to safely execute capital and operational works programs.

Drive high performance through leadership, planning, budgeting and continuous improvement.

Oversee project delivery, contractor performance, risk and program outcomes.

Build strong stakeholder relationships to deliver customer-focused results.

Champion safety, team development and a positive performance culture.

What you'll bring

You are a collaborative leader who excels at delivering complex projects and building strong stakeholder relationships. With expertise in project delivery, resource management and communication, you can lead diverse teams to achieve safe, efficient and customer-focused outcomes. Other requirements include:

Electrical Trade Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Engineering/Project Management.

Experience delivering transmission asset projects, including construction, testing and commissioning.

Knowledge of WHS, environmental compliance and risk management.

Understanding of the electricity industry and customer expectations.

Current NSW Driver's Licence.

You'll work on large-scale, high-impact projects, backed by a supportive team and the opportunity to grow your leadership capability while shaping the reliability and expansion of the power network.

Be part of something bigger - Our Values

Transgrids core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrids people, who embody them every day.

Bring your best. We'll support the rest.

Enjoy flexible working, 20 weeks' paid parental leave, novated leasing and a wide range of corporate discounts designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career.

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.