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Essential Energy is an organisation that values your voice, empowers your autonomy, recognises the strength in diversity, and prioritises your well-being while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry's future.
About the role
We are currently recruiting for Powerline Worker in Goulburn. There will be an opportunity to apply for Live Line training within the Goulburn depot to develop into a qualified Live Line Powerline Worker position.
As a Powerline Worker, you will be responsible for the construction, installation, connection, maintenance, and repair of both high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) overhead and underground distribution network assets and equipment. Your duties will include performing switching and access permit operations, inspecting and testing network assets, and installing and connecting services and meters. You will operate relevant plant and equipment, follow company procedures, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This role is vital to maintaining our network's reliability and efficiency.
About Goulburn
Goulburn is a vibrant regional city known for its rich history, scenic landscapes, and strong community spirit. As one of the first inland cities established in Australia, Goulburn boasts a blend of heritage charm and modern amenities. The city offers a high quality of life with its affordable housing, excellent schools, and diverse recreational opportunities. Residents and visitors can explore historic sites, enjoy outdoor activities in the surrounding natural beauty, and participate in a variety of cultural events. Goulburn's strategic location provides easy access to the South coast and major cities like Sydney and Canberra, making it an ideal place for both families and professionals.
About You
You bring valuable experience in electrical distribution networks, demonstrating expertise in construction, installation, and meticulous maintenance practices. Whether as a seasoned Powerline Worker or skilled Electrical Technician, you excel in executing critical switching operations with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance. Your proficiency extends to navigating challenges during both planned and unplanned events, reflecting your dedication to optimising network reliability and efficiency.
Required Qualifications
* Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Overhead
* Drivers licence.
* WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate.
Why Essential Energy
We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and 16% superannuation.
Essential Energy offers a broad range of employee benefits, providing you access to product discounts, including Qantas Club, Optus and Health Insurance, Health Programs including fitness passport and other benefits such as 26 weeks parental leave. For more information on our benefits, please visit the employee benefits page.
We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.
We’re a business with a huge range of operational and corporate roles aimed at connecting our communities.
As a pivotal player in the energy future of NSW and the country – we cover 95% of NSW and parts of southern QLD - we are an organisation with a wider variety of roles than you may first think.
Whether you want to work remotely, in a coastal region or rurally, we will invest in you, develop you and help you shape a career in energy that will give you future opportunities you may never have realised in a sector where there is so much to explore.
For further information please contact Myles McClelland, Senior Resource Supervisor on 0413 377 694.
Applications close on Sunday 24 November 2024 at 11:55pm AEST.
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