Zone Substation Electrical Technician

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About the role  

We are currently recruiting a Zone Substation Electrical Technician, to join our Underground Mains team. This role can be based from Orange or any other Central NSW location.

The Zone Substation Electrical Technician is responsible for construction and maintenance of Zone Substations, inspecting, testing, and reporting the nature and condition of network asset and the installation commissioning and testing of associated Zone Substation and distribution equipment. 

Key responsibilities

• Construction and Maintenance of Zone Substations and Underground Infrastructure.
• Installation, commissioning and testing of associated Zone Substation and distribution equipment
• Carrying out switching operations associated with both high and low voltage Engineering Services
• Inspecting, testing, and reporting nature and condition of Network assets to maintain quality standards 
• Accessing and using computerised systems to operate remote equipment 
• Be available and participate in emergency after hours duties
• Operating plant and equipment associated with Zone Substations in a safe manner.

About You

As a Zone Substation Electrical Technician, you will be able to demonstrate practical application of the qualification for this role.  This position is suitable for a qualified Electrician with High Voltage Cable Jointing experience, ideally at a Sub-transmission level.

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Trade qualified Electrician with a current electrical licence 
• Driver’s licence 
• WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate  
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment 
• Basic skills in computer operations
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills to be able to communicate electronically in writing and liaise with stakeholders and customers in an amicable manner.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home 

Desirable

• VLF Testing and diagnostic assessment of High Voltage Cables.
• 11Kv, 22kV, 33kV, Cable jointing experience in polymeric XLPE cables.
• Accreditation in Cable terminations at Sub-transmission voltages 66kV or above.
• Diploma in ESI Power Systems.
• EWP and Portable Scaffolding Licences
• Plant excavator and Bobcat licences

Why Essential Energy 

As an Essential Energy team member, you’ll enjoy such benefits as;

• 16% Superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs
• Access to join the Fitness Passport Program
• Regular overtime and travel paid at penalty rates  
• Regular LAHA paid at ATO rates, home on weekends 
• Laptop, mobile phone, iPad and other tools of the trade 
• Paid parental leave for eligible team members
• Opportunities to complete additional training
• A vehicle for work use

For information on our employee benefits (such as overtime and penalty rates, tools and relocation assistance) please visit our Employee Benefits page. 

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.  

Working with a regionally focused organisation requires a diverse mindset. Wellbeing, development and delivering tangible value are all core to our purpose as we connect and power the regional and rural communities of NSW and parts of southern QLD. 

Joining Essential Energy means you are the type of person where camaraderie, supporting your colleagues and balance in your life are all important. 

Our culture is diverse, respectful and one where you have a voice which is heard. We know we can only be successful in supporting the customers who depend on us if we work together.  

For further information please contact Michael Moloney Zone Substation Field Manager - Underground Mains  on 0417 218 697.

Applications close on 18 September 2024 at 11:55pm      

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Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.    

As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.