About ElectraNet

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package including a base salary starting from $106,300 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation, and eligibility for a performance bonus of up to 15% in FY25/26 based on experience. We are also proud to offer:

• Flexible work practices, with roles offered at 0.8 FTE (or more) and full-time
• 15 days personal/carers leave per year
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer
• Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
• Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program for your personal and professional well-being
  
  

Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits. 

The Opportunity

Are you a highly organised and proactive individual with a knack for negotiation, strong documentation skills, and a talent for building relationships? Do you thrive on problem-solving and enjoy contributing to strategic growth? If so, ElectraNet has an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Business Development Advisor, you will play a vital role in supporting the execution of our Customer Connections strategy and contributing to ElectraNet's regulated and contracted business objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your experience and contribute to significant energy infrastructure projects across South Australia.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting new business opportunities: Assisting with connection projects and Build, Own, Operate and Maintain business.
• Contributing to winning proposals: Assisting in the preparation of compelling proposals, bids, and transaction documentation.
• Facilitating agreements: Supporting the development of contracts and agreements.
• Bridging technical understanding with business needs: Developing an understanding of our technical capabilities and applying this to customer connection activities.
• Supporting commercial and financial aspects: Assisting with due diligence and financial activities for new opportunities.
• Preparing customer-facing materials: Helping to create presentations and offer documentation.
• Engaging key stakeholders: Building strong working relationships with internal and external partners, understanding their challenges and priorities.

About You

• Experience in identifying, developing, and pursuing new business opportunities. This could include roles within commercial contracting, account management, or business development.
• A strong foundation in project support, timeline management, and ensuring smooth execution, skills often honed in roles such as Project Administrator, Project Coordinator, or Technical Officer could be a great foundation for success in this role.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing issues.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• High level organisational skills and experience reviewing and understanding documentation.
• Familiarity with the renewable energy industry is advantageous however not essential.
• A willingness to learn and develop an understanding of technical concepts and the energy industry.
• Demonstrable skills in the Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

We understand the importance of work-life balance and are pleased to offer flexible working arrangements. We welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time employment (0.8 FTE or greater) for these roles.

How To Apply

At ElectraNet, we recognise that your potential extends beyond our qualifications. We believe that transferable skills, attitude, and value alignment are equally important for success in our company. That's why we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every job criterion. Your lived experience and skills could be the key to unlocking your potential with us.

Please apply online via our careers page before 20 June 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page. Position Descriptions can be obtained by clicking here.

Successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.

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