Training Program Lead - Construction

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 

As Program Lead – Construction, you will design and deliver training pathways that ensure our construction workforce is safe, compliant, and equipped to deliver some of the most complex infrastructure projects in the country. 

This is a role with both strategic and hands-on responsibilities. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders, industry partners, and training providers to ensure our programs reflect real-world challenges and emerging practices. From onboarding new staff to upskilling experienced professionals, you will be at the heart of building capability for a workforce that underpins the delivery of critical energy infrastructure. 

A Day in the Life at Transgrid 

In this role you’ll: 

• Lead trainers and oversee delivery of construction-focused training programs. 

• Design structured pathways that support both immediate operational needs and long-term workforce planning. 

• Partner with the RTO to create compliant, nationally aligned training courses. 

• Engage with external training providers and subject matter experts. 

• Maintain a training calendar that is accurate, current, and aligned with business priorities. 

About You 

You are a construction professional with a passion for training and workforce development. You understand the demands of delivering construction safely and effectively, and you know how to translate that into practical, engaging training programs. You will bring: 

• Solid background in construction within the electricity or utilities sector. 

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or equivalent. 

• Experience designing and delivering technical training programs. 

• Strong organisational and project management skills. 

Our Values in Action

This role brings Transgrid’s values to life: 

• Safety – embedding safe work practices into every construction training program. 

• Achievement – ensuring our construction workforce delivers projects safely, on time, and to standard. 

• Integrity – building trust through training that is compliant and technically sound. 

• Service – by developing skills that deliver reliable, critical infrastructure for the community. 

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.