- Exciting opportunity to join a reputable company with a collaborative culture
- Competitive salary & great company benefits
- Full Time roles available based in Newcastle
The Opportunity
We are currently looking for Substations Technicians to undertake installation, maintenance and operation of substation assets. The role will require someone who has experience as an electrician. It is not necessary to have prior experience with high voltage network assets. This role will be working directly on our assets. A Substation Technician (fitter) is a field-based role.
As a developing Substations Technician you will undertake a comprehensive training program while gathering practical and technical expertise in substation electrical work. This includes fault finding, repairs, maintenance, installation, and commissioning of assets within Transgrid’s substations.
As your career progresses, higher grade Substations Technicians develop advanced levels of practical and technical proficiency becoming subject matter experts, providing mentoring and training to Substation Technicians and Apprentices.
All levels of experience will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities
What we expect from you as a developing Substations Technician:
- Certificate III in Electrotechnology or equivalent Electrical Trades Course Certificate (electrician trade course)
- A current Australian Driver’s License
- Good oral and written presentation skills
- Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work both autonomously and in a team environment
- Prepared to work away from their nominated headquarters for a reasonable period of time
- Ability to interpret schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Willing to be included in a ‘on call’ roster to provide after-hours standby services and respond to system incidents
- Familiarity and experience with “Wiring Rules” and other Australian Standards
Skills & Experience
Supporting Skills and Qualifications (Not necessary)
- NSW Fair Trading Electrical Supervisor Certificate or Contractor Licence
- Experience in the maintenance, construction and commissioning of high voltage substation assets
- An understanding or willingness to understand Substation Secondary Systems
- An understanding of diagnostic testing techniques for substation apparatus
- Currently authorised or be willing and capable to obtain authorisation for High Voltage Switching
- Expertise in fault finding including the interpretation of schematic diagrams
Recognition & Reward
In return for your hard work we have numerous benefits and initiatives to support you personally and professionally including but not limited to private health insurance discount, motor vehicle lease plan, career development support, study assistance program and workplace flexibility.
Join us and make it happen for your career, and for the millions of Australians who rely on our services every day. Visit us at https://www.transgrid.com.au/about-us for more information.
Who we are
At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen. Transgrid’s core business is as operator and owner of the transmission network, situated between the generation and distribution of electricity.
Transgrid has regional depots located in Western Sydney, Wagga, Yass, Orange, Newcastle and Tamworth.
Transgrid offer fulfilling careers for driven people who can help ensure that our business and the essential services we provide to consumers, the community and key stakeholders are continually improving. With us you will thrive in a collaborative environment where new ideas and knowledge sharing are encouraged, and where you’ll be supported through opportunities to develop and achieve your full potential.
This is an exciting time in the energy industry with the transition to renewable energy. Recent government policies outline plans to facilitate increasing transmission interconnection between states and development of renewable energy zones. Transgrid’s customers include the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and servicing requirements for various wind farm and solar farm companies
Applications close Sunday, 8th August 2022
Our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received.
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