Lineworker - Pinjarra

This is an exciting opportunity for a Lineworker on a Permanent Full-Time Basis at our Pinjarra Depot.

As a Lineworker, you are required to construct and maintain in a team environment the transmission and/or distribution electricity network to maintain the integrity of the network in a safe, reliable and affordable manner to ensure an uninterrupted supply to customers and within all applicable guidelines and regulations.

 Your Role in Action  

• Be responsible for safety in the work environment and ensure safe work practises are followed and a safe work environment maintained.
• Rectifying faults promptly and isolate the network for repairs so as to maintain the integrity of the network and minimise customer impact.
• Execute programmed construction and maintenance work to ensure safe, reliable and affordable operation of the network.
• Construct network infrastructure according to design specifications and construction standards. Deal with day to day technical issues that can arise, on site, relating to design and construction issues
• Take personal accountability for work performance and be open to others contributions. Work collaboratively within the team and across Western Power to effectively deliver objectives.
• Demonstrate personal behaviours in line with business values, codes, standards and expectations
• Assist with building team capability and providing and sharing technical knowledge and experience to others within the team of lesser experience

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems Distribution / Transmission Overhead 
• Or – New Zealand Electricity Supply (Distribution) Minimum Level 4 - Essential
• Demonstrated industry experience in the construction and maintenance of transmission and/or distribution electricity network
• Demonstrated industry experience in leading operational teams in the construction and maintenance of transmission and/or distribution electricity network
• Relevant Network Authorisation including Construction industry white card and Basic Emergency Life Support
• Minimum MR license
• Glove and Barrier is highly regarded but not essential
• HOU and LOU Switching is highly regarded but not essential
• LV XLPE Cable Jointing is highly regarded but not essential

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 additional public holidays each year.

Applications close 2 May 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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