Power Systems Protection Technician

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Power Systems Protection Technician, at our Kalgoorlie Depot, on a permanent full-time basis.

About this role

As the Power Systems Protection Technician, you will be required to carry out commissioning and maintenance activities with a low to moderate level of technical complexity associated with the Transmission and Distribution Power System Protection Systems both within and external to the Western Power Business. You will also be required to:

• Develop medium level complexity work scopes and schedules for internal and external secondary systems work.
• Plan, supervise, coordinate, and carry out activities associated with the installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and repair of secondary equipment and systems. 
• Carry out technical inspections, prepare reports with recommendations and or arrange necessary action.
• Manage medium level CAPEX and OPEX projects in accordance with estimate, quality, resources, and timing.
• Carry out medium level complexity specialist technical tasks.
• Perform medium complexity secondary systems activities for own team and external stakeholders.
• Provide advice on protection circuit maintenance and processes of medium level complexity.
• Commission medium level system impact protection circuits and primary plant without supervision.
• Check, assess designs, calculations, estimates, specifications, working drawings and schedules.
• Perform Transmission switching up to 330kV in terminals and zone substations.

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Current unrestricted electrical worker’s license (WA Electrician’s Licence) – essential.
• At least 7 years or more experience in the electrical protection environment.
• A solid understanding of operational Transmission and Distribution power systems.
• Previous experience in the Power Utility industry.
• Sound understanding of Secondary equipment maintenance practices.
• Sound understanding of Secondary equipment commissioning practices.
• Sound understanding of IEC61850 based substation automation.
• Knowledge and compliance with Safety regulations and practices.
• Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’

Our people are our priority

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive where all our people are valued and belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all genders, cultures and backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and racially marginalised groups, people with disabilities, young and mature age workers and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Check out our website for more information on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance.
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities.
• 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

Things to consider

Please note that the final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia. If you have the skills and are committed to our values… we will find a place for you!

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on 3 January 2025

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