Power Worker (Trade Assistant)

• Moranbah | 9-Day Fortnight | 12.75% Superannuation
• Up to $41,294 pa in Location Incentives | $10,000 Relocation Assistance
• Safety First Culture | Reward & Recognition | Diversity & Inclusion

Ready for a career that makes a difference? Join our team and help us advance 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 have a permanent opportunity for a skilled Power Worker (Trade Assistant) to join our team located in Moranbah.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 -

• From $85,164 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.Location Incentives -Before you dismiss this , first check out the additional location incentives on offer. If you’re looking to boost your Superannuation before retirement or perhaps, you’re saving to enter the property market, the following allowances will go a long way towards reaching your financial goals.

• Non-Urban Zone Allowance – up to $15,375 per annum.
• Housing Allowance – up to $24,440 per annum.
• Locality Allowance – up to $1,479 per annum.
• Non-Urban Time Recognition Payments - $10,000 after 2 years and if you decide to stay on for 5, 10, 15 or even 20 years, we’ll pay you $15,000 at each milestone.

Plus, when you decide it’s time for a well-earned break, we’ll give you an additional 4 days of annual leave per year to assist with travel to and from your chosen holiday destinations.And, if you dont currently live in this neck of the woods, well also chip in up to $10,000 relocation assistance to make the move just that little bit easier.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.

About the role:As a Power Worker (Trade Assistant), you will be a key contributor to the team, assisting our tradespersons with the construction, maintenance and associated activities on our overhead and underground electrical networks.About you:

• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills to develop good working relationships with team members and external customers. You must have the ability to identify and understand customer needs.
• Current manual ‘C’ class open driver licence.
• Availability for call out and emergency work as well as work overtime as required.
• Willingness to travel to surrounding areas from time to time to undertake work.
• Experience in safety observing and an ability to actively identify and implement risk control measures where needed.
• Ability to use Computers, iPads and iPhones
• Ability to safely work at heights.
• Current High Risk Work Licence (forklift, dogman, rigger, EWP

11m, VLC, slewing crane) or the ability to obtain these qualifications. * Current Heavy Rigid (HR) licence or the ability to obtain one prior to commencing.Most importantly, you will strongly align with our values: We’re Safe – We Belong – We Grow - We Deliver.Additionally, 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, Ergon Energy 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 Begin button. Your application should include a current resume which highlights your experience and suitability for the role.Applications will close at 5.00pm, Monday 20 May 2024.We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.Click to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.