At APA, we secure Australia's energy future by working with customers and communities as the nation's energy infrastructure partner. We are looking for a Technical Officer – Electrical & Instrumentation to join our Operations and Maintenance team in the Goldfields of Western Australia on a permanent, full‐time basis.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the safe and efficient operation of high‐pressure natural gas transmission pipelines, compression and conditioning assets.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of the assets and practices of APA both locally and nationally.
* Maintain and operate equipment in accordance with the scheduled work plan to ensure the capacity, availability and reliability of the transmission assets.
* Ensure all maintenance data is recorded and available for analysis and audit by writing detailed reports and other correspondence.
* Maintain and develop stakeholder relationships.
* Maximise field time, equipment uptime, completion of preventative maintenance and minimise reactive maintenance and breakdowns.
* Contribute to the safety culture in accordance with APA's HSE procedures.
Your background
* Relevant Australian recognised trade certificate (instrument/electrical).
* Minimum two years' experience in a similar operational environment.
* Significant oil/gas experience.
* Working knowledge of gas engine alternators and off‐grid power generation systems.
* Advanced knowledge of solar turbines, reciprocating compression sets, pressure regulating valves, water bath heaters and quality metering instruments.
* Able to install, commission and fault‐find all associated components and programming of PLC, SCADA, satellite and telemetry systems.
About The Team
The Goldfields O&M team is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of gas to our contracted customers throughout the Goldfields and the Goldfield Gas pipeline. We maintain an extensive portfolio of pipelines and gas compression stations spread over large distances in some of the most remote country in the state. Typical equipment includes turbine and reciprocal compression units, GEA's and customer delivery stations which contain pressure and temperature regulation equipment. We also maintain the metering and gas quality measuring instruments which are integral to the custody transfer of gas along the pipelines under our control.
Working at APA
We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where you can achieve your best. We offer targeted career development programs designed to accelerate your career, competitive remuneration, employee benefits, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives. Our inclusive parental leave policy offers 18 weeks of leave, including superannuation, to support parents at work and in life.
APA is an equal opportunity employer. The safety, health and wellbeing of our people, community and environment is a priority. We embrace diversity in our workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered.
Role closes on Sunday, 10 May 2026. Role Reference Number: JR4288.
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