The Organisational Training team is responsible for the strategic development, design and execution of Powerlink's training function. The function includes all statutory, corporate and technical training applicable to employees and contractors, and is an important enabler of the safe and effective delivery of services by Powerlink to the community, customers and market.

About the role

You’ll be responsible for providing training needs analysis, development and delivery of training and training advice to Powerlink employees and contractors in relation to electrical and other safety training competencies. A collaborative role, you’ll work alongside leaders and key stakeholder to identify training needs and gaps, designing and developing fit-for-purpose training and courses as well as field-based development programs aimed at uplifting our workforce capability.

Your accountabilities will include managing the HV Switching Exposure and Assessment program, leading and delivering electrical safety training, assessment of competency and maintaining the integrity of the safety training decisions and materials. You’ll conduct training and assessment for small and large groups within a live High Voltage environment, ensuring their safety whilst developing their knowledge and skills

With a lens of continuous improvement, you’ll contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of our annual training calendar, ensuring legislative training requirements are met, whilst proactively seizing opportunities to increase Powerlink’s electrical and behavioural safety performance through new programs, courses and training opportunities

About you

Your experience in a trade, field-based complex and high-risk environment has equipped you with the ability to communicate succinctly and accurately, flexibly applying a training approach appropriate to your audience, with highly-developed interpersonal skills. You’ll be confident in coaching your training groups to success, working consultatively to build trust and impart knowledge in a safe and supportive way.

With a strong background in Safety, you’ll be highly knowledgeable in the Electrical Safety Act and Regulations, WHS legislations, with a working knowledge of SAHVEA Procedures as they relate to working and operating on the Powerlink Network in a High Voltage environment. With strong working knowledge in the maintenance and workings of substations, secondary systems and transmission lines, you’ll be confidently equipped to educate in the risks, safety protocols and procedures associated with working in those environments.

With a Minimum Qualification as an Electrical Fitter/Mechanic, you’ll ideally have completed tertiary level qualifications in Adult or Vocational training or a Cert IV in Training and Assessment. You’ll be a Powerlink authorised Switching Operator/Recipient OR present with the ability to become qualified and authorised quickly, dependant on the level of training and assessment to be delivered

What next?

If you see yourself in this opportunity, then we want to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the prompts, submitting your resume and a cover letter highlighting how you will apply your expertise to monitor and continuously improve our living and learning safety system.

Applications close on Sunday, 12th of February at 11:59PM

Please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@powerlink.com.au if you have any questions about the opportunity.

About Powerlink

Powerlink is a leading Australian provider of electricity transmission services, delivering safe, cost effective and reliable solutions. Our purpose is to connect Queenslanders to a world-class energy future, providing electricity to five million Queenslanders and 238,000 businesses. At Powerlink, we offer:

• Family friendly and flexible working arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half pay
• Substitution of Public Holidays
• Bright, open office layout
• Free undercover parking and charging stations for electric vehicles
• Access to a corporate health plan with employee discounts
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Onsite gym facilities
• Access to an employee assistance program
• Various other forms of leave that support you to support your community.

Our attractive employment terms and conditions are enhanced by a broad range of benefits including, salary packaging novated lease vehicles, and access to an onsite credit union and cafeteria.

Our people strategy focuses on balanced leadership, values diverse backgrounds and fosters a culture of inclusion. At Powerlink, we are an equal opportunity employer and proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.