Team Lead Network Connections

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Competitive salary and great suite of benefits

Sydney based, hybrid flexible working environment

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Network connections expert to join our Network business unit at Transgrid in the role of Team Lead Network Connections.

As the Lead you will represent the Network Planning group within industry and complete technical reports or presentations for internal and external stakeholders coupled with the development and implementation of power systems analysis strategies and network connections, working closely with industry stakeholders and figureheads.

Reporting into our Manager Network Connectionsyou will be responsible for leading a team of Network Connections specialists. You will be an industry specialist in network connections leading technical responses on generator performance standards, generator commissioning, high voltage transmission system developments and network connections for Transgrid and third-party customers

You will be adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment with an ability to be flexible and take on challenges with finesse and ease. You will be passionate and driven with extensive experience in your field helping you build credibility quickly with your stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Tertiary qualifications at degree level in an appropriate discipline, or equivalent relevant experience

Professional qualified and registered engineer (e.g., CPEng, RPEQ)

Extensive experience in leading generator connection projects.

Excellent knowledge on Electrical Engineering principles, NER, GPS and associate technical assessments, generator protection, SCADA, and experience in generation, transmission, or similar role

Experience with PSS/E, PSCAD, PowerFactory software and power system modelling experience will be an advantage

Communicate effectively with a range of persons including customers, suppliers, contractors, other technical experts, and senior management (written and verbal).

Substantial experience in the legislation and technical standards guiding system planning

Comprehensive understanding of risk management – qualitative and quantitative

Excellent knowledge of electrical networks engineering and operations.

Well-developed people and service management skills.

Industry renowned knowledge of the National Electricity Market and its impact on operations of the NSW HV network and Transgrid’s business

Comprehensive knowledge of the energy industry

Knowledge of quality assurance principles and experience with working in accordance with a Quality Assurance System.

Extensive knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures

Postgraduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline (Desirable) 

In return this is what you can expect from us:

Great career opportunities

Structured leadership and development programs

Flexible work arrangements – work where you need to when you need to

14 weeks Parental Leave (includes adoption)

2 weeks Other Parent Leave

18 days personal leave (sick /carer’s leave)

Extra study assistance

Salary sacrifice options for superannuation and motor vehicles (subject to ATO requirements)

Who we are

Transgrid offer fulfilling careers for driven people who can help ensure that our business and the essential services we provide to consumers, the community and key stakeholders are continually improving. With us you will thrive in a collaborative environment where new ideas and knowledge sharing are encouraged, and where you’ll be supported through opportunities to develop and achieve your full potential.

This is an exciting time in the energy industry with the transition to renewable energy. Recent government policy documents outline plans to facilitate increasing transmission interconnection between states and development of renewable energy zones.

If you feel you meet the requirements of this position, please apply today. Applications close 10 April 2023