Senior Project Developer

About us:

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.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Developer to join our team to be based in Sydney, NSW. 

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development, planning, and management of customer-focused projects within Transgrid’s non-prescribed portfolio. These projects include generator connections, telecommunications, and transmission line modifications, playing a critical role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure in Australia.

What will you bring:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline) with relevant industry experience – Strong preference for background in Electrical Engineering, and Civil Engineers with experience in building power system assets and infrastructure will be considered.
• Deep experience in transmission line and substation projects, including development, cost estimation, project management, or design with strong project management skills, including risk mitigation, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of legislation, Australian Standards, and Government policies related to safety and engineering.

A Day in the Life as a Senior Project Developer at Transgrid 

As a Senior Project Developer, you will plan, design, and deliver major transmission line and substation projects, using your technical skills, problem-solving, and teamwork to make sure they are completed successfully.

Key activities include:

• Lead the development and execution of projects, ensuring compliance with technical, financial, and regulatory requirements.
• Define project scope, budgets, and schedules while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving to ensure designs meet operational and regulatory standards.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing priorities to deliver on time and within budget.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with teams, customers, and stakeholders to align objectives and expectations.

Our Values

Transgrid’s core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrid’s people, who embody them every day.

Our Leadership Principles

At Transgrid, our Leadership Principles—Courage, Care, Clarity, and Connection—form the foundation of how we lead. Courage means embracing challenges and doing what’s right. Care focuses on leading with heart, valuing people as the core of our organisation. Clarity ensures teams understand success and their impact, while Connection links individuals to our purpose and strategy while fostering strong relationships among team members, customers, and partners

Recognition & Reward:

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 Thursday, 28 August 2025 however will be assessed on a rolling basis and may close earlier – Apply today and play a crucial role in driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future!.

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.