Taree, NSW, Australia and 1 more Job Info Job Identification 9056Job Category Trades and LabourLocations Taree, NSW, Australia Port Macquarie, NSW, AustraliaApply Before 02/19/2025, 12:55 PMJob Schedule Full time Job Description We are uniqueEssential 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 roleWe are currently recruiting a trade qualified and experienced Electrician for our Zone Substation Specialist Electrical Technician role. This role will work within our Transmission Mid North Coast team and you can be based in either Taree or Port Macquarie.The Zone Substation Specialist Electrical Technician will be responsible for the coordination and management of construction, installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of Zone substations and associated equipment.You will interrogate and analyse systems, operate remote equipment, carry out switching operations, and prepare reports regarding the nature and condition of Network assets.This role will also be responsible for coordinating the development of business strategies, planning, budget forecasting, and policy development.Key responsibilitiesConstruction and maintenance of Zone SubstationsInstallation, commissioning, and testing of associated Zone Substation equipmentMaintain and commission network protection and control systems (Intermediate and Complex)Inspect, test, analyse and prepare reports regarding the nature and condition of Network assets to maintain quality standardsAccess, use and analyse computerised systems to operate remote equipmentBe available for and participate in standby and after-hours dutiesCarrying out switching operations associated with both high and low voltage Engineering ServicesOperate plant and equipment associated with Zone Substations in a safe mannerCoordinate the development of business strategies, planning, budget forecasting, and policy developmentAbout YouYou will be an experienced Substation Electrician with demonstrated capability through past relevant experience and/or relevant qualifications. This position will involve travel and a willingness to work away when required.Required Qualifications/SkillsTrade qualified Electrician with a current NSW Supervisors certificateAdvanced Diploma in ESI Power System with preferred electives in Testing Systems or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications.Drivers LicenceWork Cover NSW Construction Induction CertExperience in installing, commissioning, and testing associated HV transmission equipment.Experience in maintaining and commissioning network protection and control systemsExperience in carrying out switching operations associated with Zone Substations, underground and overhead networkExperience in accessing, using, and analysing computerised systems to operate remote equipmentFor further information please contact Mark Mc Gahey Zone Substation Field Manager on Applications close on 19 February 2025 at 11:55 PMPassionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart.Building a better energy future. Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.