General Manager Business IT

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

A career that matters and lasts

As the General Manager Business IT & Digital Delivery, you'll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.

• Shape the digital future of Queensland's most critical infrastructure
• Report to the EGM Corporate Services & engage at Board level
• Competitive package | 12.75% super | Annual salary review | Performance pay

We believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.

Ask us about:

• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Career development
• Cultural leave for ceremonial or sorry business
• Other leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
• Inclusive workplace facilities
• Health & wellbeing programs
• Free secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles

The opportunity:

As the General Manager – Business IT & Digital Delivery, you'll lead a large, diverse team of highly skilled technical professionals to deliver secure, innovative, and future-ready technology solutions that support Powerlink's operations and meet the evolving needs of our customers. In a fast-paced and increasingly complex environment, you'll set the strategic direction for our business IT and digital platforms, driving transformation through a comprehensive program of work focused on cyber security, service excellence, and commercial outcomes.

Your leadership will be key to delivering contemporary IT services that exceed customer expectations and create lasting value across the organisation. You will provide regular briefings to the Executive team and Board on critical IT and digital matters, while building strong, collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholders, including out OT functions and external vendors to support major projects and ensure seamless service delivery. With a proactive approach to risk and resilience, you'll oversee emergency response readiness for technology and security-related events; ensuring continuity, reliability, and world-class standards. You'll also champion governance, compliance, and assurance across all operational activities, in alignment with internal policies and legislative requirements.

As a visionary and inclusive leader, you'll foster a culture of collaboration and excellence, inspiring your team to achieve meaningful outcomes. You'll harness internal capabilities, contractor partnerships, and supplier relationships to optimise performance and drive efficiencies. Your commitment to leadership will be reflected in your focus on employee engagement, cultural development, and capability uplift, creating an environment where people feel empowered to grow, contribute, and succeed.

The people you'll join:

Reporting directly to the Executive General Manager Corporate Services, and as a key member of the Corporate Services senior leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving divisional performance and contributing to Powerlink's strategic vision. As General Manager, Business IT and Digital Delivery, you'll ensure that technology solutions effectively support the delivery of our digital program and align seamlessly with broader organisational priorities.

You'll be part of a collective group that thrives on a culture of innovation, where a shared commitment to excellence is matched by a strong emphasis on collaboration. This dynamic environment fosters agility, adaptability, and a results-oriented mindset, empowering teams to deliver impactful outcomes for Powerlink and its stakeholders.

What you'll bring:

To be successful you'll bring a degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline, coupled with significant experience in leading enterprise-wide Business IT functions within complex, 24 / 7 operational environment.

You'll be a strategic thinker with a proven ability to translate vision into action, developing and executing IT investment roadmaps that align with organisational priorities. Your leadership style will be collaborative and empowering, with a strong track record of guiding and developing technical experts to deliver high-quality services, drive innovation and lead meaningful change.

You'll bring proven success in building relationships and influencing across all levels of the organisation, with a clear and compelling communication style that fosters trust and alignment. Your commercial and financial acumen will enable you to manage large-scale programs and deliver outcomes that balance performance, value and sustainability.

With expertise in enterprise architecture, technology lifecycles, and information security, you'll be equipped to navigate complexity and deliver secure, scalable solutions. You will also bring experience in managing strategic vendor partnerships and confidence in presenting at Board and Executive levels on complex and critical technical matters.

Find your possibility today:

To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Sunday 21st September 2025. Please be aware our Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.

To discuss any adjustment requirements or to request the position description, please contact Kate Bossennec

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You are welcome here at Powerlink, regardless of sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.

As part of our Reconciliation Action Plan, we're committed to building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks. As part of our commitment to maintaining a positive candidate experience, we pledge to provide a timely response to all applicants.

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