Electrical Tradesperson - Workshop

As an Electrical Tradesperson - Workshop  in our South Metro Depot Electrical Workshop, you will be required to construct protection and automation panels for substations ready for site installation. This will include planning, building, wiring and quality verification within the electrical workshop team. You will be participating in construction projects for substations throughout the Southwest Interconnected Network (SWIN) to assist in maintaining the integrity of the network in a safe, reliable and affordable manner and in accordance with customer requirements and applicable guidelines and regulations.   This role will be based at our South Metro Depot in Forrestdale on a 12 month max-term contract on a full-time basis.  

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  

• Participate in pre-job planning to identify risks, hazards and task variables and control measures to ensure safe, reliable and affordable project completion.
• Work within a team environment completing a wide variety of tasks ranging from distribution equipment to transmission asset protection system projects with a focus on high standards of work.
• Perform work in a workshop environment, with some opportunities to perform on site tasks whilst providing training and support to our entry level programs and initiatives.
• Undertake assigned tasks in accordance with the substation design standards and AS:NZS3000.
• Possess an understanding of Western Power’s wiring and documentation practices.
• Apply good customer relations when working, at all times. Especially where there is direct contact with the project stakeholders.

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 (within the first month of apprenticeship)
• PC Literacy
• Valid High Risk licence class EWP (within first 3 months of apprenticeship)
• Demonstrated industry experience as an Electrical Tradesperson

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 additional public holidays 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 25 April 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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