Distribution Network Designer

Distribution Network Designer: Maximum Term ending June 20 2025 : South Metro Depot Forrestdale  

We are seeking a Distribution Network Designer to undertake estimation and complex technical tasks associated with the design, construction, and maintenance of Western Power or customer facilities connected to the Distribution Network.

This role is essential in fulfilling Western Power's regulatory obligation to provide a safe and reliable network, ensuring end-to-end delivery of design and construction within agreed timeframes to meet customer expectations. You will assist with investigations and support process improvement activities as required. Your expertise will be crucial in managing scope, quality, and stakeholder engagement while driving operational excellence in all aspects of the network. If you are passionate about making a difference in the distribution network landscape, we encourage you to apply!

Your Role in Action  

• Prepare accurate estimates for projects encompassing materials, labour, sub-contract services and costing for work associated with construction activities and commissioning on single/basic circuits and associated apparatus or services. This can include preparing basic designs, subject to checking and approval.
• Complete all documentation, ordering of materials, entering and maintaining of information in applicable computer systems, ensuring business processes are adhered to.
• Respond to correspondence and queries raised by customers, construction and maintenance crews and other stakeholders on quotes issued via DQM.
• Ensure all variations to projects, procedures, programs and processes are documented.
• Schedule and plan own daily and weekly allocated work in order to meet agreed targets.
• Ensure compliance with all Western Power standard, quality, legal and contractual requirements

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Diploma / Advanced Diploma in a relevant electrical discipline
• At least 3 to 4 years’ post qualification 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
• Knowledge of Distribution Engineering standards, regulations, and procedures applicable to the Section and Stream is necessary.
• Sound IT skills in required programs and systems
• Have ability to complete project/assignment within specific guidelines.
• Demonstrated skill in priority setting, activity planning and organizing.
• Have skill in developing and maintaining work standards.
• Demonstrated teamwork and conflict resolving 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 working hours.
• 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.

• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Applications close on 2 December 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. 

Learn more about Western Power here: About (westernpower.com.au) 

Find out how we’re building A Network for Life: A network for life (westernpower.com.au)