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Annual salary starting from $98k + Super + Applicable Allowances
If you enjoy travelling and want to see the beautiful countryside of Northern Queensland while getting paid then this job could be for you!
Ergon Energy Network, which is part of Energy Queensland Limited, is growing to help build the SuperGrid and support the 70% renewable energy target by 2032. The Energy Queensland Group includes the Energex, Ergon Energy, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika businesses. Together we are the largest electricity network business in Australia, with assets in excess of $28 billion, supplying power to 2.3 million customers across Queensland.
If you enjoy travelling and want to see the beautiful countryside of Northern Queensland while getting paid then this job could be for you!
Come and join our Travelling Crew who are based in Townsville. We have permanent opportunities available for a Linesperson or Electrical Fitter Mechanic to join the team and are inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates.
The Role
As a Linesperson you will:
Construct, maintain and repair overhead, high and low voltage electrical distribution and sub-transmission systems, street lighting mains and customer service lines.
Be trade qualified with a Queensland Electrical Licensing Board Certificate of Competency as an Electrical Linesperson.
Perform live line methodology on Energy Queensland (Ergon Energy and Energex) networks.
Operate within Energy Queensland (Ergon Energy and Energex) requirements for quality, safety and risk assessment compliance.
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.
Critical to your success in each of these roles is your:
Demonstrated knowledge of an electricity distribution/transmission system, including construction and maintenance of the electrical network.
Working knowledge of Electricity Act & Regulations, Workplace Health & Safety Act and Regulations, and other relevant statutory acts & regulations.
Willingness to travel across broader Queensland to assist with emergency work.
Current ‘C’ class open Drives Licence.
For more information about these roles, click on the Position Description links located at the bottom of the page.
Applicants must be prepared to work away from home as regular travel throughout Northern Queensland is required to support the delivery of the Lines Construction and Maintenance Program of Work.
This role will be on a 9-day fortnight; however, applicants must be prepared to work on a 10-day on / 4 day off fortnightly roster and work a reasonable amount of overtime as required.
Annual salary starting from $98k + Super + Applicable Allowances.
External applicants are required to complete a pre-employment medical.
About You
You are highly motivated, have the right qualifications, are a great team player with the ability to build positive relationships and be part of a diverse and inclusive team working together to deliver outstanding outcomes.
Your background in a heavy industry with electrical and/or mechanical field experience is preferred.
About us
At Energy Queensland our people are at the heart of our business and are central to delivering for our customers and communities. We are focused on developing our people to ensure they have the skills and capabilities to strive and thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment.
We pride ourselves on providing equal opportunities, training opportunities, an employee assistance program, various leave options amongst many other benefits which are a key foundation to our success.
To Apply
Please click the button below. 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, Monday 17 April 2023.
Energy Queensland values the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourages a diverse range of applicants to apply.
Click here to view Position Description - Linesperson
Click here to view Position Description - Electrical Fitter Mechanic
