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Powerlink Queensland

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Company Overview

Website: https://www.powerlink.com.au/

Powerlink is a leading Australian provider of high voltage electricity transmission network services, combining innovation with insight to deliver safe, cost effective and reliable solutions. Our purpose is to connect Queenslanders to a world-class energy future, providing electricity to more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. We own, develop, operate and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network in Queensland. Our network extends 1,700 kilometres from Cairns to the New South Wales border, and comprises 15,345 circuit km of transmission lines and 147 substations.  

Through our unique central position in the power system, we are guiding the market to help influence the energy system of the future that effectively balances customer needs, while moving to a low carbon future comprising a diverse array of generation technologies, batteries and storage solutions, new grid technologies and demand management. 

Application Process

  1. Applications Open – February 2026

    Applications open for the Powerlink Graduate Program. Prepare and submit your resume, cover letter, and transcripts online.

  2. Applications Close – March 2026

    Applications must be submitted by this date; late applications will not be accepted.

  3. Online Testing – March to April 2026

    Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete online assessments, including cognitive and behavioural tests. These are done remotely and help assess overall fit for the role.

  4. Final Shortlisting – April 2026

    Candidates who perform well in testing will be reviewed for final shortlisting. Selected applicants will receive an invitation to attend an in-person Assessment Centre. 

  5. Assessment Centres & Pre-Employment Checks – May 2026

    Shortlisted candidates will participate in group activities, interviews, and tasks at a Brisbane-based Assessment Centre. Pre-employment checks (e.g. references, police checks) will follow. 

  6. Offers Issued – May to June 2026

    Successful candidates will be contacted with formal employment offers, including role details, contracts, and onboarding info. 

  7. Pre-Boarding Commences – July 2026

    From July, you'll take part in virtual sessions, meet your cohort, and access resources to help prepare for starting in January. 

  8. Program Commences – January 2027

    You’ll officially start at Powerlink in January 2026 with induction, training, and your first rotation as a Development Engineering Graduate. 

Jobs and Opportunities

Summer Vacation Program - Innovation Team, Network Investment
Closing in 2 days
Internships • Brisbane (Australia)
Business and Commerce

Spend your summer building something that lasts – for your future and Queensland’s. Our Summer Vacation Program is now open for Applications!...

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Summer Vacation Program - Governance Assurance & Insights
Closing in 2 days
Internships • Brisbane (Australia)
Computer Science

Spend your summer building something that lasts – for your future and Queensland’s. Our Summer Vacation Program is now open for Applications!...

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