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Attractive salary + 12.75% Superannuation on a 9-day fortnight roster
Permanent opportunity to join Energy Queensland
Even if you haven’t heard of Energy Queensland, you might know our operational brands – Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika.
As a group, we’re growing rapidly and a key partner in the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (QEJP).
Do you want to help shape the future of energy and assist with advancing the energy transition towards net zero?
About the role:
We have a permanent opportunity for an Electrical Fitter Mechanic and/or Linesperson to join our team based at Townsville.
As an Electrical Fitter Mechanic, you will:
Install, repair, commission and maintain various items of electrical equipment and plant.
Be trade qualified with a Queensland Electrical Fitter Mechanic licence.
Operate within Energy Queensland (Ergon Energy and Energex) requirements for quality, safety, and risk assessment compliance.
As a Linesperson, you will:
Be trade qualified with a Queensland Electrical Licensing Board Certificate of Competency as an Electrical Linesperson, or
Be trade qualified with a Queensland Live Line authorisation.
Construct, maintain and repair overhead, high and low voltage electrical distribution and sub-transmission systems, street lighting mains and customer service lines.
Remuneration starts from $89k + Superannuation for a Linesperson and from $93k + Superannuation for an Electrical Fitter Mechanic.
For more information, click on the Position Description links located at the bottom of the page.
What’s on offer:
It’s an exciting time to join us. If you want to help us shape the future of energy, consider us for your next career move and 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.
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 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
About you:
Critical to your success in the role, is your:
Demonstrated knowledge of an electricity distribution/transmission system,
Working knowledge of Electricity Act & Regulations, Workplace Health & Safety Act and Regulations
Well-developed interpersonal communication skills that allow you to get on well with team members and to understand customer needs
Availability for call out and emergency work.
Willingness to travel to surrounding areas from time to time to undertake work.
Current ‘C’ class open Drives Licence.
You will be required to complete a pre-employment medical as part of the selection process.
About us:
Ergon 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 to communities across Queensland.
Ready to apply?
Click the Begin button. Your application should include a current resume and a cover letter which highlights your experience and suitability for the role.
Applications with close at 5.00pm, Tuesday 13 June 2023.
We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.
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