It’s an exciting time to be joining Western Power. The way we use power is changing. The grid is evolving. And it’s our people who are helping connect everyone to a brighter energy future.
Our collaborative and safe work environment allows you to develop and expand your expertise in an industry that’s constantly evolving. We’re committed to equal opportunity and providing a flexible work life balance that empowers you to work smarter and supports your career growth.
Now more than ever, we need talented and passionate people to join us and help shape the future of energy in WA. Explore the fantastic opportunity below.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Telecommunications Engineer at our Perth Office on a permanent basis.
Your role in action:
As the Telecommunications Engineer you will be required to apply engineering knowledge and skills in the planning, design and installation of Western Power or customer telecommunication facilities.
- Undertake specialist technical and engineering work as outlined under the role purpose.
- Identify, evaluate, and recommend technical and engineering process and system improvements.
- Deliver services to commercially competitive standards for technical excellence, safety, environmental quality, cost, and customer satisfaction.
- Operate commercially and competitively in meeting quality, time and budget standards.
- Drive value in the business and ensure delivery of risk managed outputs.
- Investigate, recommend, and adopt industry best practice for client or work areas.
- Comply with all legal and contracting requirements
- Deliver telecommunication conceptual and detailed designs
Who are you in action:
You will ideally possess the following experience and attributes:
- Degree in an Engineering discipline
- Eligibility for corporate membership of Engineers Australia
- Preferably 4-6 years’ experience in a multi-disciplined engineering role in an electric utility environment
- The Telecommunications Engineer will have sound knowledge of the system design of – Fixed & Mobile Radio (VHF-SHF), Cable Carrier Systems (Metallic/Optical Fibre), Mux Networks, High Speed Digital Transmission, Power Line Carrier systems, Tele protection systems, Supervisory systems, Electronic security systems
- Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’
What’s in it for you
With representation from 101 countries, Western Power has a rich, and diverse employee workforce. Through our established Employee Network Groups, we bring our people diversity to life. At Western Power, we strive to build an authentic culture of inclusion and belonging for all.
Our people are our strength. As an employee at Western Power, we offer:
- Competitive salary plus 11% Superannuation
- Diverse and Inclusive workforce
- A safe and sustainable workplace with a buddy assignment commitment
- Professional Development opportunities, training, and study assistance
- Flexible work arrangements and required adjustments at recruitment and/or at employment stage
- An award-winning employee recognition programme
- Parental Leave Options
- Purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave per financial year
- Salary Packaging, Social Club, Discounted Health Insurance, Gym Membership discounts
About Us
It’s an exciting time to be joining Western Power. The way we use power is changing. The grid is evolving. And it’s our people who are helping connect everyone to a brighter energy future.
Our collaborative and safe work environment allows you to develop and expand your expertise in an industry that’s constantly evolving. We’re committed to equal opportunity and providing a flexible work life balance that empowers you to work smarter and supports your career growth.
Now more than ever, we need talented and passionate people to join us and help shape the future of energy in WA. Explore the fantastic opportunity below.
Western Power is committed to its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 and ensuring that people with disability have the same opportunities as other people to obtain and maintain employment with Western Power.
It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for the role.
Our recruitment process requires all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage to have a current police clearance that’s been issued within the past six months.
All Western Power employees are required to have received their first Covid-19 vaccination by 31 December 2021 and to be fully vaccinated by 31 January 2022 unless they have a valid medical exemption, as per the WA State Government’s health directive.
Please submit your CV by clicking the “Apply” button below.
Applications will close on 7th December 2021
To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/
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