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About the role We are currently recruiting a Zone Substation Senior Electrical Technician , to join our Transmission South West team based in Deniliquin.
The Zone SubstationSenior Electrical Technician is responsible for construction and maintenance of Zone Substations, inspecting, testing, and reporting the nature and condition of network asset and the installation commissioning and testing of associated Zone Substation and distribution equipment.
Key responsibilities Construction and Maintenance of Zone Substations Installation, commissioning and testing of associated Zone Substation and distribution equipment Carrying out switching operations associated with both high and low voltage Engineering Services Inspecting, testing, and reporting nature and condition of Network assets to maintain quality standards Accessing and using computerised systems to operate remote equipment Be available and participate in stand by and after hours duties Operating plant and equipment associated with Zone Substations in a safe manner About You You will be an experienced Zone Substation Electrician able to demonstrate practical application of the qualification for this role.
You will have experience in complying with and promoting Occupational Health and Safety values, environmental needs, quality needs and in the practice of the technical aspects of the Zone Substation Senior Technician role.
This position will involve travel, willingness to work away.
Required Qualifications/Skills Diploma in ESI - Power System with preferred electives in Protection and Testing or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications.
Driver's licence WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate Qualified Supervisors Certificate Ability to work effectively within a team environment Basic skills in computer operations Sound communication and interpersonal skills to be able to communicate electronically in writing and liaise with stakeholders and customers in an amicable manner.
Why Essential Energy As an Essential Energy team member, you'll enjoy such benefits as; 16% Superannuation Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs Access to join the Fitness Passport Program Regular overtime and travel paid at penalty rates Regular LAHA paid at ATO rates, home on weekends Laptop, mobile phone, iPad and other tools of the trade Paid parental leave for eligible team members Opportunities to complete additional training For information on our employee benefits (such as overtime and penalty rates, tools and relocation assistance) please visit?our Employee Benefits page.
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Working with a regionally focused organisation requires a diverse mindset.
Wellbeing, development and delivering tangible value are all core to our purpose as we connect and power the regional and rural communities of NSW and parts of southern QLD.
Joining Essential Energy means you are the type of person where camaraderie, supporting your colleagues and balance in your life are all important.
Our culture is diverse, respectful and one where you have a voice which is heard.
We know we can only be successful in supporting the customers who depend on us if we work together.
For further information please contact Neil McCallum Zone Substation Field Manager on 0419 251 421 Applications close on 26th January 2025 at 11:55pm ? ? Passionate people.
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