Environmental Advisor Graduate (Feb 2025)

• Dynamic Environment Program across Environment, Property and Easement Maintenance and Operational Engineering 
• 9-day fortnight, flexible working opportunities & on-the job career development 
• Permanent employment starting on $105k-$111k + 14.75% super 

Imagine if you could say you played a pivotal role in Queensland’s energy transformation in your first job out of university.   

Several years as a Graduate at Powerlink is all it takes to set up life-long possibilities for your career. Queensland is on the cusp of huge changes and as the only state-wide high voltage provider, there’s never been a better time to join.  

Because at Powerlink, Graduate possibilities start with us.  

What are we offering?

Experience an exciting era of energy projects and transformation and help to shape a greener energy future.  This year are offering a dynamic program in Environment that will give you the best possible grounding for a career in energy.   

Commencing February 2025, our Graduate Program will provide you with learning opportunities that are unique to Powerlink and the electricity sector, working across Environment, Property, Easement Maintenance and Operational Engineering. 

Our programs provide an exciting mix of on-the-job technical learning and professional development. As a graduate with Powerlink, you’ll experience: 

• Broad rotations to build your technical knowledge and capability 
• Internal training and development sessions to support your career 
• External paid professional development opportunities  
• Buddy and formal mentoring programs with our experienced network of professional leaders 
• Year-long social activities to keep you connected to your graduate cohort 
• 9-day fortnight and flexible working opportunities 
• 14.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles 
• Free parking and access to charging stations for electric vehicles at our Virginia Offices 

Dependent on degree, our Graduates start on $105, 054 up to $111, 748 plus 14.75% Super for a 9-day fortnight. Upon approval, some Graduates may work a 10-day fortnight and can expect an FTE base salary starting from $128, 399 up to $136, 581 + 14.75% Super.  

Life at our Virginia Campus is always buzzing with regular social events, an onsite gym facility with daily classes, and a kitchen + sandwich bar offering quality meals at subsidised prices. You'll also receive a paid volunteer day to go and give back to your community! Find out more about life at Powerlink here! 

As a permanent employee, you’ll rotate through different divisions over three years in a structured program, before being fully integrated into the business in a team you love. You'll rotate into areas including our Environment Team, Property, Easements & Maintenance as well as Operational Engineering.  

Who are we looking for?

You’re an enthusiastic early career entrant who has graduated or will be completing your studies in 2024. We are looking for graduates who have completed, or will be completing degrees, or dual-degrees in:  

• Bachelor of Environmental Management (3 or 4-year degree) 
• Bachelor of Environmental Engineering or Science (3 or 4-year degree) 

You enjoy challenging the status quo and bringing fresh perspectives to problems. You actively seek creative and innovative solutions for customers and stakeholders. You’re comfortable communicating with people and are confident in building new relationships.  

Our commitment to inclusion and belonging

We know empowering people to bring their whole self to work enables them to unleash their potential. Read more about our efforts towards greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, by visiting our careers site for more information!

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. 

Powerlink acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the skies, lands, and waters of Queensland and in particular, the lands on which we operate.