Job Description
This role involves a range of tasks, including the construction, maintenance, and fault/emergency restoration of electricity distribution networks. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all activities are undertaken in accordance with company safe working practices and procedures.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electricity distribution network assets and a proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team. They will also possess excellent communication skills and be able to interpret technical information.
Key Responsibilities:
* Undertake the installation, maintenance, fault finding and repairs of station equipment such as transformers, switchgear, etc.
* Conduct electrical tests, interpret the results and write reports on tests of substation equipment such as circuit breakers, cables and transformers.
* Read, interpret and implement the provisions of manuals, construction and equipment drawings, standards, regulations, technical procedures and instructions.
* Carry out general metal fabrication and earth grid bonding using oxy/LPG cutting, brazing and welding and exothermic welding processes.
* Undertake testing and treatment of oil in substations' equipment.
* Undertake installation, maintenance and modifications to electrical wiring and equipment within buildings to appropriate Australian standards and regulations.
* Operate plant such as crane and task trucks, EPV, forklift, motor vehicle (car, LR & HR), hydraulic crimper, power presses and guillotines to cut, portable generators, pumps and any other plant that may be introduced into the Substations group in their construction and maintenance work.
* Contribute to the planning, preparation and organisation of materials for jobs in order to meet cost-effective work performance targets.
Required Skills and Qualifications
The following qualifications and skills are required for this role:
* Certificate III in ESI – Electro Technology Electrician (UEE30811) or Australian equivalent qualification.
* Energy Safe Victoria Electrician's License – A Class.
* Statement of Attainment for Competency Standard Units.
* Current Refresher Training records.
* Construction Induction Card.
* Current car license.
* High Risk Licence (optional).
* Heavy Vehicle Licence (optional).
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:
* A health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year).
* Paid parental leave of up to 15 weeks for the primary carer.
Others
At CitiPower and Powercor, we value diversity and inclusion and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. We believe that by making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.