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About the Role: We currently have a new permanent opportunity for an experienced Technical Officer to join our Geographic Information Services (GIS) team, based at our Market Street CBD head office.
Reporting to the Team Lead GIS & Closeout, this position is responsible for the overall provision of GIS, minor drafting, and survey services as part of our overhead and underground design distribution projects. This role also includes providing GIS information and asset recording information to internal and external Powercor Network Services clients on an as-needed basis in a timely and accurate manner.
About you: You will have a background in the electrical industry and be familiar with working with distributors and their network assets. In addition, you will have experience working with Engineering Technical Standards, VESI Design, and Australian Standards. Finally, you will have a strong continuous improvement mindset, with experience in identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives.
What you will deliver: Co-ordinate the input and update of data within GIS and associated databases in accordance with customer requirements and agreed timeframes.Assist in the development of agreed GIS documentation and asset recording standards for electrical network system projects in a timely manner.Prepare or update plans of projects and maintain system records in accordance with appropriate standards and customer requirements.Undertake minor surveying activities to agreed timeframes and in accordance with the relevant technical manuals, OH&S Act, Safety in Design guidelines, and customer requirements.Provide project management support including monitoring, reviewing, and reconciling time, costs, and quality of distribution network projects.Pro-actively pursue innovation in relation to products, services, processes, practices, and procedures.To succeed in this role you will have: Advanced Diploma in ESI Power Systems, Certificate of Technology, and/or degree or diploma in Geospatial Systems.Knowledge of electricity distribution network assets.Detailed knowledge of GIS systems, standards, practices, tools, and processes.Detailed knowledge of CAD Systems and related systems such as Drawing Management Systems.Detailed knowledge around current Drafting standards, practices, tools, and processes in the utilities or power industry.Demonstrated experience in a similar type of role, particularly around the implementation of GIS systems and user acceptance testing.Your career with us: We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability.
We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive, and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued, and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be.
With an embedded Inclusion & Diversity Strategy and initiatives like our Women in Power networking group, and Sparkle, our LGBTIQ+ allies pride network, we're committed to equal opportunities for all employees.
Our greatest priority is the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people and the communities we operate within. This includes their physical safety – ensuring everyone gets home safely every day – as well as their psychological safety, by ensuring everyone has the resources and support needed to achieve a work-life balance and be the best they can be.
What's next? If you possess the required skills and experience and you are looking for a fantastic career opportunity, please submit your application by 18 November 2024.
For the full Position Description, reach out to Tom from the Talent Team via ******.
We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community, and people living with disabilities.
If you require adjustments as part of the recruitment process to accommodate your needs, please don't hesitate to discuss these with us.
Beon, CitiPower, Powercor, and United Energy recognise Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.
We work hard to ensure our organisation is inclusive and diverse. This means everyone can feel valued, trusted, authentic, and safe at work.
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