Non-Trade Role Kondinin

This is an exciting opportunity for a Trade Assistant/Plant Operator on a Permanent Full-Time Basis at our Kondinin Depot.

Why Kondinin?

Kondinin is a vibrant and creative Wheatbelt town with a friendly community of 354 people.  Located 279 kilometres east of Perth.

Kondinin is your gateway to granite country and the famous Wave Rock - one of Australia's biggest waves, more than 2, 700 million years in the making.  From massive granite outcrops to spectacular views, vibrant wildflowers and true country hospitality, quintessentially Australian with friendly locals, rambling pubs and quirky country events.

Your Role in Action  

As the Trade Assistant/Plant Operator you will be required to provide ‘multi-skilled’ non-trade support in a line & cable team environment in the construction and maintenance of the transmission and distribution electricity network in a safe, reliable and affordable manner to maintain the integrity of the network.

 What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Valid WA ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence to business requirements
• Valid WA ‘’HC’ Licence (minimum)
• High Risk Crane licence class C2 (as a minimum) or C6 (as required)
• JCB Loader Experience would be preferred but not essential
• Western Power Crane Supplementary would be preferred but not essential
• High Risk Licence class Forklift (as required)
• Relevant Network Authorisation including Construction industry white card and Basic Emergency Life Support (within the first month of employment)
• Prior experience in providing non-trade support in an operational team environment
• Demonstrate Western Power's constructive behaviours and values

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)
• Regional Living and housing allowance ($310/week)
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy two additional Public Holidays plus three regional leave days each year

• 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.   

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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