Graduate possibilities start with us

Unleash your potential with a graduate program in engineering or environment, and be a part of creating Queensland’s energy future.

Imagine if you could say you played a pivotal role in Queensland’s energy transformation in your first job out of university. Kicking off your career with Powerlink’s graduate program is all it takes to set up life-long possibilities for a fulfilling career.

Queensland is facing a once-in-a-generation energy transformation and as the transmission network service provider, there’s never been a better time to join Powerlink.

Graduate programs with Powerlink offer you:

rotations across the business to build your technical knowledge and capability
a 2-year foundation program developing personal, work, and life skills to prepare you for success at Powerlink
external professional development opportunities and support for Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) status
buddy and mentoring programs with our experienced network of professional leaders
regular social activities to keep you connected to your graduate cohort
9-day fortnight and flexible working opportunities
permanent employment and competitive salary.

We offer dynamic programs in engineering and environmental science/engineering that will give you the best possible grounding for a career in electricity transmission delivering Queensland's clean energy future.

It’s an exciting time to be a Powerlink’s graduate!

Your Career Development

At Powerlink, we offer a comprehensive suite of professional development opportunities designed to help you unlock your potential and pursue a wide array of possibilities. Growth and continuous learning are central to both individual and organisational success. We are committed to supporting our Graduates as they embrace curiosity, engage in lifelong learning, and maximise the opportunities available to them.

Our learning and development initiatives include:

Rotation-based learning programs complemented by external courses and training sessions
Capability workshops focusing on communication, time management, conflict resolution, collaboration, and networking
Professional skills training in areas such as financial literacy, interviewing, technical writing and more.
Coaching from experienced Powerlink leaders via our Graduate Mentoring ProgramAnnual individual professional development allowances for self-directed learning
Support for professional memberships and attendance at industry forums and conferences to facilitate ongoing learning and networking
Regular capability and career conversations to assess strengths, identify development needs, and discuss career aspirations
Targeted initiatives such as the Fast Five program in partnership with Trellis Collective to support early career women in male-dominated industries.

We encourage you to actively shape your career path and make a meaningful impact. At Powerlink, you will find a supportive environment, valuable resources, and a culture that enables you to personalise your career journey according to your unique ambitions and interests.

Your program and rotations

Engineering Programs - Electrical and Civil

Our Graduate Program (Engineering Stream) will provide you with a breadth of experience in all areas of our business.

The areas you will have the opportunity to rotate through include:

Systems

You’ll focus on how technology, strategy and future planning coming together to play a key role in the power system, working alongside some of the leading minds in their field, with a front row seat in the energy transition in teams including Grid Planning, Portfolio Planning & Optimisation, Renewable Connections, Synchronous Connections, Power System Performance, Asset Management Systems, Substation Strategies, Lines Strategies, Secondary Systems & Telecommunications Strategies, Operations Planning, Incident Management and Strategic & Future Network Operations.

Design

Working alongside our highly experienced in-house design engineers, you’ll gain valuable experience in core design principles and their application to Queensland’s high-voltage transmission network, in teams including Protection Systems Design, Secondary Systems Design, Substation Design, Lines Design, Telecommunications Design and Major Projects Design.

Field

Gaining valuable time in the field, you’ll be out and about - with the opportunity to travel onsite to projects and gain firsthand experience in the delivery and commissioning of new assets or through applied operational engineering and maintenance of our network with teams including Delivery, Commissioning, Telecommunications Commissioning, Asset Integrity & Performance Solutions, Primary Systems Field Engineering and Secondary Systems Field Engineering.

Delivery

As part of the teams delivering some of the states largest energy infrastructure projects, you’ll gain skills and experience in project management, construction and project engineering in teams including Network Customer Solutions, Regulated Projects, Construction, Construction Methodologies, Design Management, Major Customer Projects, Major Projects Delivery, CopperString Project Construction and CopperString Project Engineering.

Environment Program

Environment and Sustainability

Our Environment team partners with the whole business to minimise our impact on the planet whilst we strive to deliver a world class energy future for Queenslanders. We do so through the provision of practical, specialist advice that enables Powerlink to proactively manage environmental risks and remain compliant with legislative requirements.

We maintain Powerlink’s environmental management system and influence how work is done to embed a sustainable approach to our activities. Our team is split between the southern, central and northern regions. An emphasis on teamwork and continuously building a diversity of strengths allows us to remain effective in a dynamic environment.

Land Access, Acquisition & Management

Graduates support the facilitation of land access agreements and assist in the acquisition process, developing skills in stakeholder negotiation, landholder engagement, and navigating legal and regulatory frameworks. Graduates can also assist in implementing land management plans, supporting activities such as weed control, erosion mitigation, and engagement with Traditional Owners. This builds practical skills in vegetation management, land condition monitoring, and cultural heritage awareness.

Project Delivery

Graduates gain a strong foundation in environmental planning, strategy, and compliance through involvement in offset site identification, monitoring, and reporting. Graduates can also contribute to environmental approval processes, learning how to interpret legislation and assess environmental impacts. Graduates gain exposure to project scoping, cost estimation, and financial planning, developing commercial awareness, budgeting skills, and an understanding of how to align environmental and property strategies with broader project goals.