AddressIt's an exciting time to be joining Western Power.
The way we use power is changing. The grid is evolving. And it's our people who are helping connect everyone to a brighter energy future.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Cable Jointer on a Permanent Full Time Basis at our South Metro Depot based in Forrestdale.
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, the depot offers an excellent on-site café, end of trip facilities including secure bicycle storage and freshening up rooms. 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.
On top of all of this we offer great Allowances and Benefits
- Financial assistance with relocation from anywhere in Australia and New Zealand
- Availability Allowance
- Fortnightly RDO
- Option to purchase additional leave
- 3 Additional Leave Days per year
About this role
As the Cable Jointer you will be required to construct and maintain in a team environment the underground transmission and/or distribution electricity network in a safe, reliable, and affordable manner which will ensure supply to customers
At this level the application of multiple post trade qualification will be required in line with core competencies, values and behaviours outlined in this position description and framework
About you
We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:
- Certificate III in ESI - Power System Distribution Cable Jointing or equivalent
- Valid WA ‘C' Class Drivers Licence (subject to business requirements)
- Demonstrated industry experience in the construction and maintenance of transmission and/or distribution electricity network.
Joining Western Power
Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.
We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:
- Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
- An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
- Access to five Employee Network Groups - First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability - which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
- 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
Important information
Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.
To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/
Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply' button.
