We are seeking a Technical Trainer for a permanent opportunity to develop the next generation of tradies, ensuring they work safely while building their own legacy in the electrical industry. In this respected technical role, you will lead safety culture across the Western Power network and pass the torch to the next generation, honouring a lifetime of hard-earned expertise.
Work predictable hours at our Jandakot Power Training Services hub & enjoy flexibility through a 9-day fortnight after all those years being on-call!
Your Role in Action
- Develop and deliver practical, high-quality training and keep training records on track so programs run smoothly and meet required standards.
- Undertake Verification of Competence (VOC) assessments and HV live work in field audits.
- Support and mentor trainees on the job, helping them build real-world skills, confidence, and safe work habits alongside leaders.
- Keep your own skills sharp through ongoing learning, staying current with industry standards and best practice.
- Be a strong, visible advocate for safety, making a genuine difference to how work is done across the Western Power Network.
- Build respectful, professional relationships with customers, clients, and key stakeholders, while reliably delivering on commitments.
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Current network Authorisation for HV Glove & Barrier essential. HV Live Line Stick authorisation desirable.
- Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems - Distribution Overhead
- Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (or committed to achieving it within 18 months with support to cover the costs)
- Valid WA Driver’s License Class HR
By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:
- Attractive salary package of $144,788.00 + 13.5% superannuation
- A team culture where experience, mentorship, and pride in the craft come together to shape the future of the trade
- Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, giving you a regular long weekend every second week
- 4 weeks of annual leave with the option to purchase an additional 4 more per year
- In addition to standard leave, enjoy three paid wellness leave days each year
- Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership
- An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
- 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections
Applications close on Friday 13th March 2026
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We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
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