Technical Trainer

As a Technical Trainer, you will be required to facilitate ongoing skill maintenance and development to the Network ‘Total Workforce’ through the provision of training courses/programs and competency-based assessments to meet Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and the set competency standard. 

Your Role in Action

• Delivery and records management of training as required to fulfil the training delivery program and schedule 
• Mentoring of trainee’s on-the-job training, workplace learning and experience through formal leaders. 
• Participate in ongoing self-development of skills and knowledge relative to the position. 
• Make a noticeable and effective contribution towards a safe working environment for the Western Power Network and the Network ‘Total Workforce’. 
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with customers, clients and key stakeholders whilst ensuring that key deliverables are met. 
• Complete and/or contribute towards completion of allotted work plans according to agreed times and deliverables. 

What Makes You a Great Fit

• A passion to transfer your skills and knowledge to others.  
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment / or willing to attain 
• A current Certificate III in ESI - – Distribution Overhead (must be from 2006 or subsequent qualification)   
• Current High Voltage Glove & Barrier Authorisation
• Current High Voltage Live Line Stick Authorisation highly regarded
• At least 7+ Relevant extensive industry experience in Power or related industry  
• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal that enable effective interaction between key stakeholders. 
• Ability to work independently, plan and work to priorities to meet pre-determined deliverables and outcomes within established timelines. 
• Be a highly disciplined, self-starting member of a dynamic team. 
• Willingness to work and travel to other depot locations, as required 
• Proficiency in use of key computer business systems, and competency in all the major business and office software. 
• Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’ 

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.   
• 9-day fortnight roster. 
• 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 three wellness leave days each year.

Applications close on 15 April 2025  

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.  

Learn more about Western Power here: About (westernpower.com.au)  

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