Lineworker

To ensure our community has safe and reliable electricity supply, we are consistently seeking to hire skilled Lineworker’s across various depots.

Our Depot Locations

• Albany
• Geraldton
• Moora
• Northam
• Merredin
• Bridgetown
• Forrestdale
• Balcatta
• Pinjarra
• Katanning
• Jerramungup

As a Lineworker you will be accountable for constructing and maintaining transmission and distribution networks. You'll respond quickly to faults to minimise disruptions, deliver high-quality work, and adapt to evolving industry standards. Working in various conditions, you'll plan and execute tasks safely and efficiently while maintaining positive customer interactions.

Your Role in Action  

• Attending and rectifying faults in a timely manner will ensure minimal loss of supply and less disruption to the customer.
• Complete allocated construction and maintenance work to Western Power standards ensuring consistent quality across the network.
• Maintaining and enhancing core Line skills with changing industry standards and business requirements.
• Participating in pre-job planning to identify risks, hazards and task variables and control measures to ensure safe, reliable and affordable job completion.
• Working in environmental elements to complete jobs subject to adequate safety and control measures being implemented.
• Good customer relations are upheld when working in the field especially where there is direct contact with the public.

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Certificate III in ESI - Power System Distribution Overhead or equivalent or
• Or – New Zealand Electricity Supply (Distribution) Minimum Level 4.
• Valid WA ‘HR' Class Drivers Licence.
• Demonstrated industry experience in the construction and maintenance of the distribution electricity network.
• HOU and LOU Switching 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:

• 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

As this is an expression of interest advertisement, we continuously review applications and reach out to discuss current and upcoming opportunities. You can expect to hear from us within 7 business days with an update on the status of your application.
 

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