Senior Development Manager

Powerlink; Queensland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy transmission company is seeking a Senior Development Manager in Queensland to oversee major infrastructure project development activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in navigating regulatory approvals and managing stakeholder relationships. This role includes responsibilities from strategic planning to compliance management. Offering a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting from $229k

Flexible & hybrid working options

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience in leading upstream development activities on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and cultural heritage frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage risk, budget, and time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and drive upstream development activities for major infrastructure projects.
• Secure regulatory approvals and manage land acquisition.
• Build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Regulatory Compliance

Negotiation Skills

Job description

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 industry to maintain a safe, reliable and cost-effective transmission network.

At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you

A career that matters and lasts

As the Senior Development Manager, you’ll help us connect more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses to a world-class energy future. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected,and every future made possible.

• Competitive salary starting from $229k + 14.75% super (10-day fortnight)
• Permanent, full-time position

Ask us about:

• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)

The opportunity:

In this pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing and driving all upstream development activities across our major linear infrastructure projects – from securing regulatory approvals to managing land access and acquisition, cultural heritage and native title requirements.

• Lead strategic planning and execution of all early-stage project development activities
• Deliver complex environmental and regulatory approvals, including EPBC and MID
• Manage the processes of land access and acquisition, navigating legal and procedural requirements to secure necessary rights in land for transmission infrastructure
• Manage cultural heritage and native title compliance with the Indigenous Partnerships team
• Build strong relationships with regulators, government agencies, Indigenous stakeholders, communities, and delivery partners
• Oversee development contractors and manage risk, cost, and schedule performance
• Report on development status, social and Indigenous engagement, and compliance
• Influence and collaborate with project teams and senior leaders to keep everything on track

The people you'll join:

As part of our Project Development team within our Community & Delivery Services group, you’ll join a dedicated and high-performing group of professionals who play a critical role in setting up Powerlink’s major infrastructure projects for success.

What you'll bring:

You’ll bring a strong foundation of experience in leading upstream development activities on complex, large-scale infrastructure projects. Your background includes navigating complex regulatory approvals and securing land access and acquisition rights, with a deep understanding of environmental legislation such as the EPBC Act, as well as cultural heritage and native title frameworks at the Queensland and Commonwealth levels.

You’re a strategic thinker and confident leader, capable of driving forward development plans while managing risk, budget, and time constraints. You have a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including government agencies, Indigenous communities, legal advisors, consultants and project partners.

Your communication and negotiation skills are second to none—you know how to influence outcomes, build trust, and navigate sensitive or complex situations with professionalism and integrity.

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

We know empowering people to bring their whole self to work enables them to unleash their potential. We are a Veteran-Friendly Employer and value the skills Veterans bring, ensuring equal opportunities.

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.

To apply, please attach your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Wednesday 8th October 2025. For more information or to discuss any adjustment requirements, contact Kim on [e-mail].