Innovation Manager

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 Manager 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

Powerlink is committed to fostering innovation and enhancing our reputation as an industry leader. We are seeking an experienced Innovation Manager to drive our innovation strategy, governance, and implementation. As our Innovation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our organisation's culture and mindset to support innovation, while also leading purposeful and focused innovation outcomes across the company.

You will;

• Lead delivery of innovation priorities through Powerlink’s Innovation Framework, including resource allocation, progress tracking, and benefits evaluation
• 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
• Create strong collaborative relationships with leaders and their teams 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
• Model innovative behaviours and drive cultural and mindset changes necessary for fostering innovation across the organization
• Fostering strong relationships and establishing a clear identity for our innovation strategy to drive impact
• Continue to evolve Powerlink’s innovation strategy aligned with Powerlink's Corporate Strategy and business needs
• Cultivate organisational innovation capability through enhancing and embedding robust innovation processes and systems to drive timely outcomes
• Proactively engage with customers and stakeholders to influence market and policy agendas related to innovation in the regulated network business sector

Your expertise

You will have a background in leading innovation strategy and programs, along with strong stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Technology Management or Psychology
• Significant experience in leadership and management of corporate innovation strategy and programs
• Demonstrated ability to lead innovation strategy, practice, and programs at a senior level within a similar organization
• Knowledge and application of contemporary innovation management techniques and proof of concept methodologies
• Ability to manage the delivery of an innovation program of works and lead a team of innovation leads
• Advanced stakeholder engagement, facilitation, influencing, and relationship management skills

Be the start of every possibility

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 19th of May 2024. Kindly be aware that the Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.

There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say there’s three things that really stand out: 

• 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.

For all enquiries, contact our recruitment team at recruitment@powerlink.com.au.

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

At Powerlink, we champion inclusion and belonging by supporting every candidate during the recruitment journey. Please inform us of any needs or adjustments for a more inclusive process, including sharing your preferred pronouns.  As a Veteran-Friendly Employer, we value the skills Veterans bring and ensure equal opportunities. Let us know if you're a Veteran for tailored support.

Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks. As advocates of the Circle Back initiative, we pledge to respond to all applications promptly.