Category Specialist, Primary Systems

4 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia Powerlink Full time

**Powerlink are undergoing significant transformation in the way we deliver services to Queenslanders. With exponential growth already underway, and a significant pipeline of infrastructure projects on the horizon, our Supply Chain Services teams have never been more crucial in equipping our people with the resources to deliver to our strategy.**

**Our Team**:
Our Supply Chain Services provide pivotal support to our operations through the global sourcing and procurement of materials & services, positioning Powerlink as a world-class leader in the energy sector. From our Primary and Secondary Systems through to our Transformers and Reactive Plants, this team links Powerlink to the latest, most sustainable technology, equipment and services that enable our success.

**Your Role**:
**Your Skills & Experience**:
As an experienced Category Specialist, your knowledge of contemporary global supply chain markets and trends has equipped you to build strong working relationships - in particular with suppliers - that have ensured your success in delivering for your customers.

You’ve demonstrated experience supporting the delivery of category plans through your activity, factoring varied and complex market forces and challenges whilst scoping outcome-focused solutions to these. You’ll present with:

- Degree level qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline; or lesser qualification coupled with significant experience in a electricity or other energy sector.
- Sound knowledge of SAP with a focus in the Materials Management, Maintenance and Logistics modules.
- Ability to read, interpret and provide advice in relation to technical specifications, drawings and other technical documentation as it relates to the assigned category equipment and materials.
- Ability to administer commercial contracts including developing procurement strategies, knowledge of hedging procedures for commodities and foreign currencies and reporting on related financial exposure, managing end-to-end contract formation, tendering, award, key performance indicators and dispute service delivery.
- Providing Specialist Technical verification, acceptance and recommendations regarding Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of primary system equipment. (145kV and above SF6 Circuit breakers, Instrument transformers etc.)

While not essential, qualifications in Procurement or significant exposure to procurement and materials management processes would be highly desirable.

**Our Offering**:
There’s never been a more exciting time to join the team at Powerlink and get involved in the once-in-a-generation projects we’re delivering across Queensland. From the development of Renewable Energy Zones, the upgrade of our transmission backbone network, or even the connection of exciting renewable developments like the Copperstring project in North Queensland - we’re helping to build a renewable super grid that will deliver a low carbon energy future for all Queenslanders. We offer:

- Hybrid, family-friendly and flexible working arrangements including substitution of public holidays and 9-day fortnights.
- 12.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
- Volunteer leave and 14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half pay.
- Bright, open office layout with access to onsite credit union and cafeteria.
- Free undercover parking and charging stations for electric vehicles.
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including corporate health plan with employee discounts, annual flu vaccinations, onsite gym facilities and access to Employee Assistance Program.

Applications close on **Sunday, 25th June 2023 at 11.59pm**.



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