Senior Distribution Network Designer

Senior Distribution Network Designer – Permanent Full Time / SMD, Forrestdale

You will be joining Western Power’s Customer Connection Services Team within our Asset Operations Function. Customer Connection Services (CCS) is a dedicated delivery function for distribution connections to the network.

Our customers come from all segments and markets including residential, small-to-large businesses, electrical contractors and consultants, local and State government, land developers and large industrial businesses and generators.

Distribution Designers play a crucial role through engaging with customers, to understand customer’s requests and then undertaking relevant engineering activities and technical network assessments to ensure a safe and compliant connection is achieved. You will work closely with Construction teams.

Your Role in Action  

People

• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Facilitating open and trusting workplace relations and communication
• Managing own performance and improving personal effectiveness
• Supporting a culture of flexibility for resources to adapt to a changing work environment
• Assist with the coordination and development of training requirements for new staff
• Effective use of Western Power’s people systems
• Guiding and coaching to build strong relationships

Scheduling

• Schedule or plan own daily and weekly allocated work to meet targets
• Provide support to project management plans
• Make the best use of assigned resources to meet planned outputs
• Provide technical support across other work groups
• Assist and provide support for Front Line employees

Technical

• Identify opportunities for performance improvement
• Co-ordinate the implementation of continuous improvements processes
• Follow defined business processes
• Document variations to procedures, programmes and processes
• Comply with all legal and contracting requirements
• Prepare and/or check estimates for projects encompassing materials, labour, sub-contract services and costing for work associated with construction activities and commissioning on complex circuits and associated apparatus or services.
• Complete all documentation, ordering of materials, entering and maintaining information in applicable computer systems.
• Undertake a significant degree of contract administration to ensure contractor compliance to specification and identify non-conformances of contractors. This will include reviewing designs, work performance, works programs and preparing reports for submission to the Team Leader.
• Respond to customer correspondence and answer questions from the general public, various govt. departments and industry on quotes issued via DQM

 What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Must possess Advanced Diploma in a relevant electrical discipline
• At least 5 + years’ post qualification extensive experience in distribution network related activities with a thorough knowledge of principles of the relevant discipline and a sound understanding of the methods and practices
• Sound knowledge of Safety policies and procedures is essential.
• General knowledge of project, contract and works management systems and tools is necessary.
• A sound knowledge of Distribution Engineering standards, regulations, and procedures applicable.
• Proficiency in appropriate key computer systems & application, including: DQM, MicroStation (CAD), ArcGis and Network maps
• Sound communication, influencing and problem-solving skills

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 three wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Applications close on 29 August 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. 

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