Engineering Construction Director

1 week ago

Sydney, Australia TransGrid Full time

With a Major Projects portfolio of significant scale, Transgrid is at the forefront of delivering the transmission infrastructure essential to Australia’s energy future. We are leading the way with a suite of large, complex infrastructure projects that are critical to the transition to clean energy. In support of our Clean Energy Strategy, we are expanding our capabilities to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of this once-in-a-generation project pipeline.

**About the Role**

We’re seeking an Engineering Construction Director to lead the technical delivery of major high-voltage infrastructure across NSW and the ACT. In this senior leadership role, you’ll shape constructability strategy, set technical direction, and ensure our projects are scoped, designed, and built to the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Reporting to the GM, Development - Major Projects, you’ll collaborate with engineering, delivery, and stakeholder teams to drive outcomes from early concept through to execution. Based in Sydney with hybrid work flexibility, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future energy system ensuring it is technically robust, commercially sound, and capable of meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

**About You**
- Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; postgraduate qualifications in Engineering, Business, Environment or Law are desirable
- Extensive experience in high-voltage infrastructure development and delivery, with a high-level exposure to constructability and technical leadership
- Deep understanding of Australian Standards, National Electricity Rules, and best practices in engineering governance
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience contributing to community and environmental forums
- Demonstrated success in mentoring technical professionals and leading continuous improvement in engineering practices
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and influence outcomes in complex, high-stakes project environments.

**Why Transgrid**

At Transgrid, we support our people with a range of personal and professional benefits, including:

- Competitive remuneration and short-term incentive program
- 20 weeks paid parental leave
- Flexible, hybrid working arrangements to support balance across work and life priorities
- Additional leave options, including volunteering and purchased leave
- Novated leasing and employee discounts across travel, health and wellbeing
- Wellbeing initiatives, including mental health support and fitness subsidies
- Leadership development, technical training, and career advancement pathways
- Professional membership support and paid study leave
- Enjoy a team culture built on mutual respect, diversity of thought, and shared success.

**Applications close on Sunday 1st of June**

**Our Values**

TransGrid’s 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.

Transgrid is committed to equal employment opportunity, diversity, inclusion, health, safety, and environmental sustainability. All applicants are expected to share this commitment.

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