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Substation electrician: upgrades, testing & commissioning

Adelaide
RJE Global Pty Ltd
Electrician
Posted: 4 June
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Join the Energy Revolution with RJE Global

Position:Electrical Tradesperson
Location:Metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia.

RJE Global is seeking an experience and motivated Electrical Tradesperson to join our team, delivering infrastructure upgrades, installations, and commissioning works across SAPN and ElectraNet substations across metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia.

This is an opportunity to secure long-term, stable employment with a company at the forefront of renewable energy, utilities, and major infrastructure projects nationwide. At RJE, you'll work alongside skilled professionals in a collaborative and safety-focused environment while contributing to Australia's renewable future.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of electrical installation, connection, testing and commissioning of infrastructure change outs & upgrades within substations.

What You'll Need:

A-Class Electrical Licence (South Australia)

Current Driver's Licence

Construction White Card

LV Rescue & Resuscitation Certificate (completed within the past 12 months)

Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and random drug & alcohol testing

Highly Regarded/Advantageous:

Previous experience in Substation construction

National Competency and practical experience in HV Switching

ElectraNet Qualifications: TAAM, Safety Observer and Cat 20/Cat 2 qualifications or similar equivalent qualifications and experience as required by equivalent utility transmission and distribution network service providers

MV cable terminating and jointing

HV cable testing - VLF and TDR fault finding experience

National Competency Safe Work at Heights

Mobile Plant qualification and experience

High Risk Work Licence – WP, CN, DG, RB, LF

Confined Space with Gas Testing

Employee Benefits

Attractive weekly remuneration, with overtime paid at penalty rates

Paid travel, accommodation, and meals for work away from home

Option to bank overtime as TOIL (Time Off in Lieu) for extended paid breaks

Comprehensive training and career development programs

Opportunities for advancement into leadership role 12% employer superannuation contributions

Salary sacrifice options

All required tools, PPE, uniforms, and boots supplied

Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and wellbeing

About RJE Global

RJE Global is an Australian own company delivering end-to-end solutions across design, engineering, construction, commissioning, and maintenance. With expertise spanning multiple industries, we specialise in electrical balance of plant solutions for:

Renewables (Wind & BESS)

Thermal Power

Mining & Resources

Utilities & Infrastructure

Defence

We've partnered with Australia's leading transmission providers, renewable developers, and major mining operations to deliver high-quality, large-scale projects across the country.

Ready to Energise Your Career?

If you're a reliable and motivated Electrical Tradesperson who's passionate about working on innovative, large-scale energy projects we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and join RJE Global.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Your application will include the following questions:

How many years' experience do you have as an Electrical Tradesperson? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?

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