Electrical Tradesperson - HV Testing

As the Electrical Tradesperson (HV Testing) you will be required to work in a team assisting HV Technicians in undertaking, in a team environment, high voltage maintenance, repairs, testing and inspection activities in substations throughout the South West Interconnected Network (SWIN) to maintain the integrity of the network in a safe, reliable, and affordable manner and in accordance with customer requirements and all applicable guidelines and regulations. This will include the application of multiple post trade skills and competencies. 

This role is based at our brand-new state-of-the-art South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located next to Tonkin Highway. Spanning across 120,000 square meters. With the latest infrastructure and technology, the depot empowers all employees to create that perfect work-life balance whilst operating in an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Your Role in Action  

• Participating in pre-job planning to identify risks, hazards and task variables and control measures to ensure safe, reliable, and affordable job completion
• Maintaining and enhancing core electrical trade skills within changing industry standards and business requirements
• Work within a team environment completing work from foundations to fully constructed and maintained substation. This is often in different locations with unique environmental elements, high standard, and work practice requirements
• Undertake assigned tasks in accordance with the ESSR and Work Practices Manual
• Possess an understanding of Western Power’s wiring and documentation practices

 What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Certificate III Electro-Technology
• WA ‘A’ Grade Electrical Workers License
• Valid WA ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence to business requirements
• Relevant Network Authorisation including Construction industry white card and Basic Emergency Life Support 
• PC Literacy
• Valid High Risk licence class EWP 
• Demonstrated industry experience as an Electrical Tradesperson in transmission maintenance and/or testing
• High level of technical aptitude
• A special interest in the testing of High Voltage transmission primary plant
• Tertiary studies in the electrical field
• If you do not have testing experience and are interested in this role, please apply if you have a desire to move into a high level technical role

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.  
• 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.

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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