Address If you have a desire to be part of a travelling team, who are continuously learning and provide a crucial role in supporting the operational delivery across Queensland, then these roles may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.
About your new roleWorking a 9-day fortnight from a home base of Mackay, Rockhampton or Toowoomba depots, you'll have the opportunity to travel across the state, as you work in our Safety-first culture. As a Equipment Test Technical Officer you’ll be responsible for ensuring the tools and equipment in circulation across Ergon Energy Network and Energex are fit for purpose. You’ll perform testing, inspection, operation, repair, and calibration of a wide range of tools and equipment, such as height safety, lifting equipment, EWP, insulating tools and covers, portable electrical equipment, operating equipment, voltage detectors and instruments.You'll proactively contribute to the overall safety through communication, personal actions and compliance with relevant policies, processes, and practices. You are accountable for personal safety which will help ensure the ongoing safety of all EQL team members and community members alike, while getting to see all Queensland has to offer. This role requires you to travel up to 15-20 weeks a year. While on the road you will have opportunities for overtime and receive applicable ‘living away from home’ allowances such as Tool, Test and an annualised general allowance for working in the field, see below:Living away from home – includes meal and overnight allowance: $2,400 (based on 15 weeks per annum).Tool allowance: $1,502 (per annum).Test allowance: $1,606 (per annum).Annualised allowance: $769 (per annum).The remuneration for your new role 9-day fortnight role is $101K to $105K + 12.75% superannuation + Allowances (as advised above). Relocation may also be available for the right candidate and would be assessed on a case by case basis.
Are we right for you?It’s an exciting time to join us, as our business continues to grow. If you want to help shape the future of energy, consider us for your next career move, where you will experience:· Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.· Strong superannuation of 12.75% and the ability to earn more with salary sacrifice co- contributions.· Opportunities for skills and career advancement with access to ongoing training and leadership programs and capacity to build and grow your skills.· Healthy work life balance working a 9-day fortnight.· A chance to give back with a paid employee volunteering program allowing our employees to support communities across QLD.· Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (available to EQL employees and immediate family) and a mentoring program for professional support and guidance.· A Safety-First culture, the safety of our people, customers & communities is a core priority.· Reward and recognition with an internal reward and recognition program that includes an annual celebration of excellence.· Diversity and Inclusion where all employees can contribute towards multiple diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business.· Need wheels? Options available for novated leases for personal use. About youYou must hold, or are close to completing, your QLD Electrical Fitter Mechanic Licence.You have a demonstrated ability to work positively in a team environment and are capable of performing physical activities, involving manual handling.Your current knowledge of relevant standards and application of tools, plant and equipment used within the Electricity Supply Industry as well as your ability to diagnose faults and advise / implement solutions, will be crucial to your success in this role.It would be great if you hold licences in HR, Forklift Operator, Doggers, Height Safety/lifting and/or EWP operation and have experience in instrument calibration and high voltage testing. If you love being home every weekend so you can enjoy your fishing, golf game or just watching the game with family and friends, this may be your dream role.The successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.About usErgon Energy Network and Energex are part of the Energy Queensland group of companies, 100% owned by the state of Queensland. Ergon Energy Network and Energex are our ‘poles and wires’ businesses, delivering electricity across Queensland. We’ll provide you with an iPhone, laptop, and iPad and even if you haven’t had previous experience within this area of expertise, we will partner you with an experienced technician to show you the ropes and provide you ‘on -the-job’ training to get you on your way and, set you up for success.What’s next?If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, please apply above with: • A current resume (outlining your career history) • A cover letter (outlining your experience and suitability for the role)Applications close at 5.00pm, Sunday 18th February 2024.We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply. Click here to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland..
