Innovation Lead
7 months ago
**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.
**Life at Powerlink**:
As the **Innovation Lead** 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.
- Competitive remuneration package + 12.75% superannuation
- Onsite cafeteria offering quality food at subsidised prices
- Powerlink offers robust leadership development through integrated programs, fostering growth across all levels
**Find a career that matters and lasts**:
Are you passionate about turning innovative ideas into reality? Join Powerlink as our Innovation Lead and be at the helm of driving innovation that transforms the way we work and create value.
As our Innovation Lead, you'll be the driving force behind our commitment to making innovation second nature. Your role is not just about generating ideas; it's about empowering teams and leaders to translate those ideas into impactful outcomes.
**Within this role you will;**
- Bring an innovation toolkit of approaches to help the organization find new and creative ways to solve complex problems and act on new business strategies.
- Collaborate with teams and leaders to translate innovative ideas into impactful outcomes, helping the organization to adopt innovative solutions.
- Guide individuals and teams through the innovation process—from ideation to business case development and successful delivery of game-changing ideas. Driving impact by collaborating with stakeholders to align resources and governance to enable implementation.
- Mentor and coach innovators within our organization and amplify engagement through dynamic online interactions and in-person engagements, fostering a vibrant and connected innovation community.
- Support the innovation manager with continuing to evolve the Innovation Strategy in response the changing needs of the organisation.
**Your expertise**:
Ideally, you will hold a degree level qualification in business, engineering, innovation or strategy.
You will be;
- Experienced in delivering corporate innovation initiatives and programs
- Experienced in stakeholder engagement, relationship building, facilitation, influencing, and partnering across all levels of an organization.
- Able to coach others in actively contributing to and managing innovative solutions through the entire innovation process.
- Encouraging of curiosity and calculated risk-taking to foster experimentation even without complete answers.
- Proficient in navigating uncertainty and motivating others during organizational change.
- Experienced in preparing high-quality innovation documentation and business cases, clearly outlining benefits for senior management decision-making.
- A problem-solver with analytical skills for identifying issues and implementing practical solutions.
**Be the start of every possibility**:
There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say there’s three things that really stand out:
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A career that matters and lasts**: You’ll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
- ** Unique work and the chance to grow**: You’ll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
- ** People who love to support and share**: You’ll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.
**Our commitment to inclusion and belonging**:
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