Line & Cable Trade Assistant - Operations North 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.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Line & Cable Trade Assistant on a permanent full-time basis at our Geraldton Depot.
Why not work where you can holiday? When enjoying the great work-life balance you have with Western Power, you can also holiday in your own backyard! As well as that a welcoming community for the whole family.
Geraldton is located in the Mid-West Coastal region of Western Australia, 4 hours from Perth, where you can lose yourself in nature's wonderland with the stunning Abrolhos Islands, iconic Pink Lake, rugged Kalbarri Gorges and Wildflower Country all at its doorstep.
As well as offering best of the land and sea we can also offer great Allowances and Benefits: Availability Allowance 2 'Extra' Public Holidays annually Fortnightly RDO Option to purchase additional leave Financial Relocation Assistance (if eligible) About this role As a Line & Cable Trade Assistant you will be required to provide 'multi-skilled' non-trade support in a line & cable team environment in the construction and maintenance of the transmission and distribution electricity network in a safe, reliable and affordable manner to maintain the integrity of the network.
About you We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include: Valid WA 'C' Class Drivers Licence to business requirements Valid WA 'HR' Licence (minimum) or 'HC' Licence (as required) High Risk Crane licence class C2 (as a minimum) or C6 (as required) High Risk Licence class Forklift (as required) Relevant Network Authorisation including Construction industry white card and Basic Emergency Life Support (within the first month of employment) Prior experience in providing non-trade support in an operational team environment Demonstrate Western Power's constructive behaviours and values Joining Western Power Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, and the LGBTQI+ community.
We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include: Competitive salary plus 11.5% superannuation Flexible work arrangements that support part-time work, flexible working hours, and working from home arrangements Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain 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 this role.
We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan).
Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.
Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.
Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.
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