Linesperson or Live Line Linesperson

Are you an Electrical Tradesperson who’s looking to make a difference? Join our team and help us in advancing the energy transition towards net zero while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, career growth and a strong focus on safety, diversity and inclusion.

We’re looking for an Electrical Fitter Mechanic, Linesperson or Live Lines Linesperson to join our team located in Bundaberg.

You must be prepared to work away from home as regular travel throughout Western and Central Queensland is required to support the delivery of the Lines Construction and Maintenance Program of Work. This position does not offer fly in fly out or drive in drive out. You will be required to reside in the location.

Appointment will be on a 9-day fortnight; however, applicants must be prepared to work on a 11/3 fortnightly roster and work a reasonable amount of overtime as required.

What’s on offer:

It’s an exciting time to join us. If you’re ready for a rewarding career that makes a difference, consider us for your next career move and you will experience:

Remuneration:

• Linesperson from $97,006 per annum + 12.75% superannuation
• Electrical Fitter Mechanic from $101,800 per annum + 12.75% superannuation
• Live Line Lineperson from $106,607 per annum + 12.75% superannuation

The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the applicant’s knowledge, skill and competencies required for the position.

Other Benefits:

• Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.
• Strong superannuation 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.
• Regular travel throughout Queensland with periods away from nominated home locations.

About the role:

As an Electrical Fitter Mechanic, you will:

• Be trade qualified with a Queensland Electrical Fitter Mechanic licence.
• Install, repair, commission and maintain various items of electrical equipment and plant.

As a Linesperson and/or Live Line 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.
• Perform Live Line methodology on Energy Queensland (Ergon Energy and Energex) networks.

About you:

Critical to your success in the role, 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.
• 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:

Even if you haven’t heard of Energy Queensland, you might know our operational brands – Energex, Ergon Energy Network, ErgonEnergy Retail and Yurika.

Ergon Energy Network and Energex are our ‘poles and wires’ businesses, delivering electricity to communities across Queensland and we’re 100% owned by the state.

As a group, we’re growing rapidly and a key partner in the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (QEJP), actively helping to advance the energy transition towards net zero.

Ready to apply?

Click the Apply button. Your application should include a current resume which highlights your experience and suitability for the role.

Applications with close at 5.00pm, Sunday 24 March 2024.

We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.