Project Developer

Transgrid is seeking a Project Developer to manage customer-focused projects in high-voltage infrastructure, based in Sydney or Newcastle, NSW. The role involves project planning, technical leadership, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields and experience in transmission projects. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.
At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT, we connect electricity generators to the distribution network—powering homes, businesses, and communities.

As the energy sector evolves, we’re growing our workforce to drive innovation and transformation.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled Project Developer to join our team, with the flexibility to be based in Sydney or Newcastle, NSW. In this role, you will develop, plan, and manage customer-focused projects, including generator connections, telecommunications, and transmission line modifications.

You will be involved from project initiation through to execution, ensuring technical feasibility, scope definition, and risk assessment are effectively managed. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, providing technical leadership, problem-solving, and project coordination to ensure successful outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in high-voltage infrastructure and transmission projects while driving innovative solutions that support the transition to a more sustainable energy system.

A Day in the Life as a Project Developer at Transgrid
• Define project scope, schedules, and budgets while identifying and mitigating risks.
• Lead technical coordination, ensuring high-voltage infrastructure designs meet regulatory and operational standards.
• Manage multiple projects, balancing priorities to deliver on time and within budget.
• Engage with internal teams, customers, and external stakeholders to align project goals and expectations.
• Ensure all projects comply with safety, environmental, and industry regulations.

About You
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline) with relevant industry experience - Preferred background in Electrical Engineering, but Industrial and Civil Engineers with experience in building electrical assets and infrastructure will be considered.
• Proven experience in transmission line and substation projects (development, cost estimation, project management, or design).
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage risks, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset.

Benefits & Perks

At Transgrid, we empower our people with a well-rounded benefits package designed to support their personal, professional, and social well-being, helping them deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and on-going training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. Here you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.

Applications close on the 4th of April 2025

Be part of the future of Australia’s energy network. Apply today and play a crucial role in driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future!