Address- Eagle Farm | 2 year fixed term | Yurika
- Regular Overtime | Living Away from Home Allowances | Safety First Culture
- Reward & Recognition | Diversity & Inclusion | Employee Assistance Program
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 are growing rapidly and a key partner in the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (QEJP).
We’re looking for a dual trade Electrical Fitter Mechanic/Cable Jointer to join our growing Yurika business in Eagle Farm as we continue to deliver electrical network infrastructure solutions on projects located across Australia. This opportunity is for a two year fixed term.
What's on offer:
It’s an exciting time to join us, as we advance towards net zero. If you want to help shape the future of energy, consider us for your next career move, where you will experience:
Remuneration from $101,800 per annum+ 12.75% superannuation + allowances
The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the applicant’s knowledge, skill and competencies required for the position.
- 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 on a 9-day fortnight roster, more time for you.
- 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 the role:
As a dual trade Electrical Fitter Mechanic/Cable Jointer, you will install, repair, commission and maintain various items of HV & LV underground electrical cables, equipment and plant on remote and non-remote project sites located within Queensland and interstate.
This is a Queensland-based role with extensive travel requirements within Australia (fly in, fly out / drive in, drive out). Appointment will be on a 9-day fortnight, however applicants must be prepared to work away from home on a 10/4 fortnightly roster as needed on a project-by-project basis, working a reasonable amount of overtime as required.
The candidate:
You are dual trade qualified as an Electrical Fitter Mechanic and Electrical Cable Jointer and hold a current electrical jointer licence (Queensland preferred, but other Australian states/territories or NZ will be considered). Your demonstrated cable jointing experience at 66kV and above will be highly regarded.
You also have:
- General Construction Induction card
- Current C class open drivers licence
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability in the construction and maintenance of an electricity distribution network
- Working knowledge of Electricity Act & Regulations, Workplace Health & Safety Act and Regulations, and other relevant statutory acts & regulations
- Working knowledge of Energy Queensland and Yurika policies, procedures and safe work practices is desirable
For more information about this role, click on the Position Description link located at the bottom of the page.
Additionally, external applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, and this will be organised at the interview stage where applicable.
How to apply:
Click the Begin button below to commence your application.
Applications will close at 5.00pm (AEST), Thursday 18 July 2023.
About us:
Yurika is part of the Energy Queensland group of companies, 100% owned by the state of Queensland. Yurika has a national footprint, working across all areas of energy, connectivity, and sustainability.
To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Kylie Fairclough, Resourcing Coordinator on 0448 517 *** or Dani Nuttall, Recruitment Advisor on 0459 216 ***.
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.
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