AddressThere’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Distribution Standards Engineer at our Perth Office, on a Full-Time Permanent basis.
About this role
As the Distribution Standards Engineer, you will be responsible for producing distribution electrical standards, technical specifications, tender evaluations and implementation as well as standard drawings and guidelines for design and construction. You will also be required to collaborate with key stakeholders and implement constructible solutions that ensure effective on-going management of the asset.
About you
We’re seeking someone from within our workforce with experience and attributes that include:
- Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering
- Eligible for membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia
- Sound electrical engineering experience (at least 5+ years) preferably in electrical overhead line and underground cable engineering at distribution voltages.
- At least 3 years’ experience in a utility networks business.
- Detailed technical experience in distribution policies, designs and procedures and tendering process.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety
- Strong communication skills and customer focus.
- Ability to work unsupervised and to meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to prioritise and critically assess own performance essentials.
- Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to escalate risks and issues on time.
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:
- Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
- Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
- 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
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.
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.
Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.
Applications close on 13 February 2024.
Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.
