Distribution Standards Engineer

Distribution Standards Engineer: Permanent – Full-Time/Perth CBD Office

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 Distribution Standards Engineer at our Perth CBD Office on a Permanent Full-Time basis.

Your Role in Action  

• Responsible for producing distribution electrical standards, technical specifications, tender evaluations, and implementation as well as standard drawings and guidelines for design and construction
• Take responsibility for work requiring experienced professional know-how, with minimal direction.
• Plan and coordinate activities to achieve the results and standards expected.
• Respond to changing priorities for your work. 
• Work towards development of standard drawings for distribution engineering components and drive continuous improvement.
• Perform root cause problem solving in engineering standards and methods and solve underlying problems in processes or procedures.
• Work as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team. Coordinate activities and anticipate issues such that the overall project success is achieved.
• Proactively assess and communicate risks where decisions have a potential impact on others. 
• Target business benefits and improved outcomes for customers, proactively driving solutions to fruition.
• Develop innovative methods or processes in Distribution Line and Cable Design.

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Degree qualification in Electrical/Civil Engineering
• Eligible for membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia
• Sound electrical / civil engineering experience (at least 5+ years) preferably in electrical overhead line and underground cable engineering at distribution voltages.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a utility networks business.
• Detailed technical experience in distribution policies, designs and procedures and tendering process.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.
• Strong communication skills and customer focus.
• Ability to work unsupervised and to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise and critically assess own performance essentials.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to escalate risks and issues on time.

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.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office, perfect for cyclists.
• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Applications close on 8th November 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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