- Join one of Victoria's largest energy supplies and be a part of ensuring the safety & efficiency of Victoria's largest energy delivery service
- Great career development opportunity > Learn new skills whilst being trained & mentored by our skilled Network Controllers
- Enjoy company benefits such as flexibility, training & career opportunities > Attractive remuneration package > CBD location with parking provided
Being in the energy industry right at the moment is the challenge of a lifetime!
Energy is a complex business and Australia needs the smartest minds to find new ways to secure our nation's energy future. AusNet Services is a leading energy delivery service business that owns and operates Victoria's largest network of electricity and gas infrastructure.
At AusNet you'll be part of an inclusive, collaborative team that's dedicated to bringing safe, efficient and reliable energy to millions of Australians. You'll be given the support and flexibility you need to develop your talents and advance your career. You'll also be part of an adaptable, high-performing team that's always looking for better ways to do things – and you can be certain that safety comes first in everything we do. We can help you take your energy further.
What you will be delivering:
As our objective is to ensure that the 'lights' never turn off, neither does our network control room. Various shift options are available in a control room environment operating 24/7.
You will be trained and mentored, working under the guidance of our skilled team to become a competent Transmission Controller, working within our network control room managing the Electricity network grid from 66kV up to and including 500kV to keep it on! You will learn to become accountable for the delivery of safe and timely network access to support the delivery of works programs and resolution of fault restoration activities, manage and perform controlled switching functions for planned and unplanned events on the Network.
Key Duties you will be trained up for:
- Electricity monitoring, control and dispatch, understanding of AusNet Services' Electricity Transmission Network
- Minimising the impact of network outages (planned & unplanned) off supply, raising reliability, and maintaining network security
- You will be trained to effectively and efficiently use a variety of network management tools, controlling the transmission electricity network across Victoria
What we like about you:
- We are seeking highly motivated, confident, energetic people who are technically minded with a can-do attitude and a passion for team work and learning
- You're adaptable to change and enjoy learning new systems as we modernise and develop leading technological solutions
- You may currently be working in the electricity or related industry field (e.g. field/testing/protection) or you may currently be in an Operational role or with an Electrical Engineering background
- Experience within the transmission electricity network will place you in great stead
Additionally, you display:
- Ability to identify hazards, risks and suitable controls
- Ability to make quality decisions under pressure
- Superior attention to detail while undertaking multiple tasks in unison
- Superior communication skills
- Strong contributor to successful team work
- Openness to learning through training and new technologies
If this is you, you could be part of a diverse team responsible for running safe, reliable and efficient networks for our State.
What we offer at AusNet:
- Investment in You! With the training and mentoring you'll receive, the career pathway is that you'll become a skilled and competent Transmission Controller
- A friendly, diverse and supportive team environment focused on achieving results and keeping the 'light's on
- A diverse, inclusive and supportive team culture who supports you to lead and achieve
- A wide range of employee benefits such as competitive salary, salary sacrifice options, recognition, private health discounts, car parking for shift workers
- A company that supports work and family commitments that is underpinned by values and policies that promote diversity and inclusiveness
- Learning culture with ongoing development and career opportunities
- Plus, more!
We think outside the box:
At AusNet you don’t need to check every box. Sure, we have key requirements and they’re important, but we also know that the best candidate for the job may not have all the experience and expertise that we’ve listed for the role yet. So, if you’ve looked at our job ad and ruled it out because you didn’t check every box, but you have the experience and capabilities for a portion of the role maybe it’s time to reconsider. Tell us why you’re interested in working for AusNet, your career aspirations and what your diverse perspective, capability and experience will bring to our team.
If you have queries about the role before you apply, please reach out to jobs@ausnetservices.com.au stating the role title you are enquiring about and our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.
Apply now to join our energised team - click ‘apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter by 27th November 2022.
Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that fosters belonging, where everyone brings their unique strengths and innovative ideas.
As a company that provides energy services, AusNet and its employees need to comply with government health directions relating to the utility industry and its workers. If your application progresses and you have any questions relating to this please feel free to discuss with the Hiring Manager or TA Consultant.
