Electrical Inspector

As an Electrical Inspector, you will be required to undertake complex inspection, investigation, and auditing activities, through utilising extensive technical and electrical knowledge and skills, to ensure the safety of consumer installations connected to the network, in compliance with Western Power’s Inspection System Plan and regulatory obligations.

Your Role in Action  

• Comply with the regulatory and technical requirements of Western Power’s Inspection System Plan as agreed with, and approved by, EnergySafety.
• Safely and efficiently undertake compliance inspections on electric installations connected to or intended to be connected to Western Powers Network
• Undertake investigations into instances of non-compliance with electricity regulations and statutory requirements by electrical contractors and workers.
• Investigate and provide technical reports on electric shocks and fire in accordance with legislated requirements and as outlined within Western Power’s Inspection System Plan.
• Provide specialist technical advice to Western Power network personnel and facilitate industry discussions effectively communicating legislative changes to Electrical Contractors and their workers.
• Undertake complex progress inspections on major installations with a maximum demand greater than 250 amperes (includes HV installations).

 What Makes You a Great Fit

• Current Electrical Workers License - essential
• Eligibility to be designated as an Inspector (Electrical)
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations (must be completed within 12 months of commencing position)
• Certificate of Energy Coordination Act 1994, Electricity Act 1945 (must be obtained within 12 months of commencing position)
• National Police Certificate
• Possess Cert III (ESI Distribution / Transmission Overhead / Power Systems Distribution Cable Jointing) and/or Electrical Trade Certificate and hold a current WA Electrical Workers License.

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• 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. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.

Applications close on 25 October 2024 

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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