The Role
Tesla is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance technician to maintain and service a utility-scale battery site at the Melbourne renewable energy hub, primarily focusing on the Tesla Megapack battery storage product. In this role, you will join the technician team responsible for supporting one of our battery storage sites, where you will service, troubleshoot, and upgrade medium to high voltage equipment.
We are looking for self-motivated team players with a positive attitude who view this opportunity as a chance to build a career with Tesla in the renewable energy infrastructure sector. You will become part of a high-performing and close-knit team on-site. This position will primarily be based in the suburb of Plumpton, with occasional travel to support other regional sites as required.
Position Description
As an Electrical Technician, you will troubleshoot and repair equipment as defined by the service engineering team. You will perform complex and exact electro-mechanical debugging, rework, and repairs, executing tasks that require a high level of skill and patience. Your role will involve actively working across a Powerpack and Megapack Utility site to ensure that operations and maintenance requirements are met, maintaining a healthy fleet that performs optimally. Comfort and competence in working with medium and, at times, high voltage environments while maintaining a strong focus on safety will be crucial.
You will operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and LV/MV/HV testing equipment for effective diagnosis and troubleshooting. Additionally, you will develop and adhere to best practices and procedures for various maintenance activities related to Tesla Energy equipment. Clear communication is essential, as you will maintain high levels of communication and feedback within the Tesla Energy service organization by preparing daily updates on work completed, problems identified, and future timelines.
Flexibility is key, as you may be required to provide support outside your region and potentially internationally. You will also perform other related duties as assigned to accommodate growth and diversification across applications.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience, with at least 3 years’ electrical maintenance experience, ideally within the Industrial, Manufacturing or Utility sector (Solar/Wind/Transmission experience is preferred)
- Must have up-to-date Electrical Registration/License
- SCADA operating experience is a plus
- Must be able to work from complex and detailed documentation and/or verbal and written instructions depending on the situation
- Strong computer skills, ability to utilise proprietary and 3rd party OEM software
- Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings
- Willingness to work outdoors, occasionally on the road at unusual hours
- Valid driver’s license required
- Knowledge of operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools, shop tools, test equipment
- HV experience is a plus
Benefits
- Flexible work times (start and finish early)
- Rostered day off - 9 day fortnight
- On call (Boost your earnings)
- Tools and uniform provided
- Training, certifications and ongoing career development
- Plenty of overtime available
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Parental leave (no minimum employment period)
- Employee Vehicle Loan Program
- Novated Leasing (AU only)
- Well-being Fund: An annual allowance for employees to support their well-being
- Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave
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📌 Utility Service Technician, Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub
🏢 Tesla
📍 Melbourne