Electrical Tradesperson

Electrical Tradesperson | Permanent Full-time | Kewdale Depot

• Rates starting $56 per hour + allowances+ 13.5% Super
• 13 Day Fortnight and 2 additional Public Holidays each year
• Be part of a future-focused team driving renewables & innovation

As an Electrical Tradesperson based in our Kewdale Depot, you will be required to undertake, in a team environment, maintenance of our ground mounted distribution assets throughout the South-West Interconnected Network (SWIN) to maintain the integrity of the network in a safe, reliable and affordable manner and in accordance with customer requirements and all applicable guidelines and regulations. This will include the application of multiple post trade skills and competencies.

The role will be permanent fulltime.

Your Role in Action 

• Participate in pre-job planning to identify risks, hazards and task variables and control measures to ensure safe, reliable and affordable project completion.
• Work within a team environment completing a wide variety of tasks ranging from high voltage and low voltage distribution assets including Transformers, Ring main units LV frames for the successful delivery of our programs of work with a focus on Safety, high standards of work and time management.
• To investigate, identify and resolve network problems associated with LV and HV supply.
• Inspect & maintain distribution ground mounted equipment.
• Undertake assigned tasks in accordance with Western Power’s processes and regulations.
• Possess an understanding of Western Power’s documentation requirements.
• Apply good customer relations when working, at all times. Especially where there is direct contact with stakeholders and the general public.

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Certificate III Electro-Technology.
• WA ‘A’ Grade Electrical Workers License.
• Valid WA ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence to business requirements.
• Relevant Network Authorisation including Construction industry white card and Basic Emergency Life Support (within the first month of apprenticeship).
• PC Literacy.
• Demonstrated industry experience as an Electrical Tradesperson.

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: 

• Financial Relocation Assistance (if eligible).
• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• 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.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
• 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections

Please contact Lee Garner on 0427489195 for more information about the opportunity. 

Applications close on 23 March 2026.

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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