HV Substation Lead (Rail Program)

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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reference
Job reference 1277656
location
Location Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
sector
Sector Infrastructure
function
Function Construction
type
Employment type Permanent
date
Date published July 27, 2026

Overview

We are currently recruiting an experienced HV Substation Lead to join a major rail infrastructure project in Brisbane. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a high-profile rail electrification program that forms part of Queensland's long-term transport infrastructure investment leading into 2032.

Prior rail or traction power experience is not essential. We welcome applications from professionals who have successfully delivered HV substations, transmission & distribution, utilities, renewable energy, electrical infrastructure, industrial power or major infrastructure projects. Support will be provided to develop rail-specific knowledge where required.

Location-             Brisbane, QLD

Duration-             Permanent, Full-time

Salary-              $210,000 - $230,000 + Super

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of HV substation and rail electrification works, ensuring compliance with project, safety, and quality requirements.

  • Manage project programs, subcontractors, stakeholders, budgets, and performance reporting to support successful project outcomes.

  • Oversee the delivery of HV electrical infrastructure, including substations, feeder systems and associated power networks.

  • Provide leadership and mentoring to project teams

Required Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering HV substation, transmission, distribution, utility or rail electrification projects.
  • Experience managing engineering deliverables, contractors, stakeholders and project teams.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of SHEQ requirements and risk management processes.
  • Australian working rights (Citizen, Permanent Resident or valid work visa).

Desirable

  • Experience with traction power systems, rail electrification or transport infrastructure projects.
  • Experience delivering brownfield or live operational infrastructure environments.

What’s on offer

  • Work on one of Queensland’s flagship rail infrastructure projects and contribute to the 2032 Olympic Infrastructure pipeline
  • Competitive Salary package, Novated Leasing, Salary sacrifice, Insurance and Wellbeing benefits
  • Career development opportunities, working on a complex, long-term project (5+ years)

Please contact

michael.ogborne@airswift.com

or 0448 220 849 for more information

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