AddressDo you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?
There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Distribution Network Designer at Perth Office CBD on a Permanent Full-Time basis.
About this role
As the Senior Distribution Network Designer, you will be required to perform and/or highly complex technical tasks associated with design of Western Power Distribution Network. To undertake complex investigations and co-ordinate process improvement through demonstrated technical leadership. You will also be required to:
People
- Maintaining a safe working environment
- Facilitating open and trusting workplace relations and communication
- Managing own performance and improving personal effectiveness
- Supporting a culture of flexibility for resources to adapt to a changing work environment
- Assist with the coordination and development of training requirements for new staff
- Effective use of Western Power’s people systems
- Guiding and coaching to build strong relationships
Scheduling
- Schedule or plan own daily and weekly allocated work in order to meet targets
- Provide support to project management plans
- Make the best use of assigned resources to meet planned outputs
- Provide technical support across other work groups
- Assist and provide support for Front Line employees
Technical
- Identify opportunities for performance improvement
- Co-ordinate the implementation of continuous improvements processes
- Follow defined business processes
- Document variations to procedures, programmes and processes
- Comply with all legal and contracting requirements
- Prepare and/or check estimates for projects encompassing materials, labour, sub-contract services and costing for work associated with construction activities and commissioning on complex circuits and associated apparatus or services.
- Complete all documentation, entering and maintaining information in applicable computer systems.
- Undertake a significant degree of contract administration to ensure contractor compliance to specification and identify non-conformances of contractors. This will include reviewing designs, work performance, works programs and preparing reports for submission to the Team Leader.
- Respond to customer correspondence and answer questions from the general public, various govt. departments and industry.
About you
We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:
- Must possess Advanced Diploma in a relevant electrical discipline
- At least 9 + years’ post qualification extensive experience in Distribution Network related activities with a thorough knowledge of principles of the relevant discipline and a sound understanding of the methods and practices
- Sound knowledge of Safety policies and procedures is essential.
- General knowledge of project, contract and works management systems and tools is necessary.
- A sound knowledge of Distribution Engineering standards, regulations, and procedures applicable to the Section and Stream is essential.
- Proficiency in appropriate key computer systems & application, including: Ellipse, DQM, DOCS/DMS, Spida, DFMS, and business/drafting software (MS Office - Word, Excel & or Access, and scheduling/work management software).
- Sound communication, influencing and problem-solving skills
Joining Western Power
Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.
We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:
- Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
- Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
- Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
- An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
- Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
- The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
- Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership
Important information
We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.
We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.
Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.
Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.
Applications close on 28 March 2024
Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.
