High Voltage Transmission Electrician

About UsFortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.Our OpportunityWork Location: Iron Bridge - Fortescue's Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people.Roster: 8/6 Day Only - FIFO ex PerthAt Fortescue, we are in the process of transforming our energy assets to achieve our climate change targets of zero emissions by 2030. The Energy Operations assets are expanding which provides many opportunities to learn, grow and do more than you thought was possible with construction of a large-scale battery energy storage system completed and a solar farm facility being constructed in the area.You will be a key member of the Energy Operations HV Transmission team in providing power to Iron Bridge mine via a 220kV transmission line which will also extend to port operations at Port Hedland in future.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operational performance and maintenance of the transmission, distribution and generation assets.Consistently maintain high standards in all facets of network operations and maintenance.Work with the Transmission Supervisors to ensure all maintenance activities are executed in accordance with maintenance strategies.Commitment to high quality safety and continuous improvement practices.Use of SAP to ensure that maintenance tasks are recorded, assigned correctly and completed to the relevant standard / specification.Qualifications and ExperienceRelevant Australian recognised Trade Certification - Electrical Workers LicenseHigh Voltage Switching certificate and relevant network switching experienceExperience with all aspects of HV power distribution and transmission systems. Experience in large scale transmission networks and operation of Siemens GIS switchgear would be an advantage.Experience in computer-based maintenance systems - SAPEWP and working at heights trained - desirableFlexibility in operation and ability to work in a team and as a motivated contributorSelf-motivated individual with written and verbal communication skillsOur CommitmentFortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.https://fortescue.com/careersInternal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.