Distribution Designer/ Engineer

Distribution Designers/ Engineers: 12 month Maximum Term - Full Time/ SMD Office

The Western Power strategy is driven by an ambitious and forward-focused vision: Working together to power a cleaner energy future. It acknowledges the collective effort involved in this exciting and challenging phase of WA's energy transition, in which Western Power plays a key role. We are embarking on a journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future. Join us and be at the forefront of powering change.

You will be joining Western Power's Distribution Design team under Customer Connection Services.

What you will be doing:

As the Distribution Design Engineer, you will be required to: To undertake engineering assessments, investigation and designs associated with Western Power or Customer facilities connected to the Distribution Network. You will also be required to:

• Produce and/or check designs and estimates for projects encompassing materials, labour, sub-contract services and costing for work associated with the Distribution Network. This will include the provision of specialist technical information
• Undertaking engineering investigations and to participate in process improvements
• Provide technical support across other work groups
• Identify opportunities for performance improvement
• Respond to customer correspondence and answer questions from the public, various Govt Dept's and industry on quotes issued via DQM
• Ensure compliance with all Western Power standard, quality, legal and contractual requirements as appropriate
• Schedule and plan own daily and weekly allocated work to meet agreed targets
• Occasionally complete assessments for connecting PV Inverter systems between 30-150KVA

What you will get from the role:

• Experience working for an organisation that plays a crucial role in connecting the community to the SWIS network.
• Experience in working on varying project complexities.
• Experience in customer and stakeholder engagement'
• An opportunity to have exposure to construction and field related activities

Western Power isn't just a workplace; it's a community where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and support is always at hand. We celebrate diversity and champion inclusivity, offering a range of benefits such as:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation/pension
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives
• 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

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.

Check out our website for more information on our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

The skills and experience you will have:

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• At least 4 - 6 years demonstrated engineering experience, preferably in an electrical utility
• Experience in design management
• Sound knowledge of engineering standards, regulations and procedures preferably within a Distribution network environment
• Interaction with others requires understanding, influencing and supporting people, through applying technical knowledge or rational arguments

Important information about Western Power:

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Please note that the final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

What to expect from our interview process:

The recruitment process will involve the below stages:

• First interview

Applications close on 28 June 2024

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply' button.

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