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 Substation Operations Technician at our South Metro Depot in Forrestdale on a permanent full-time basis.
About this role
As the Senior Substation Operations Technician, you will be accountable for the technical leadership and coordination, at a high level, of the technical operations of the Western Power Network and high-end Distribution network to ensure the safety operation of the network, minimisation of significant fines the business could attract by the network not being managed correctly and the significant negative attention that it could receive from the media and our owner.
As well as additional responsibility to the Executive EMT and having the key accountability of managing network crisis over extended time frames on behalf of the area, coordinating relevant resources as required to ensure the safe return to normal operation of the network.
About you
We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:
- Possess Cert III (ESI Distribution / Transmission Overhead / Power Systems Distribution Cable Jointing) and/or Electrical Trade Certificate, and/or Current WA Electrical Workers License endorsed for Electrical Fitting
- Current Electrical Workers License - essential
- A Certificate as a WorkPlace Assessor
- All Western Power Switching Levels including 0(eNAR)
- Western Power Switching Levels LOU, HOU, ZS, TL, TS
- Secondary Access Authorisation
- Demonstrated ability in applying continuous improvement methodologies
- Proven experience in managing high level negotiations and conflict resolution.
- Experience dealing with external customers
- Project, contract and maintenance management systems and tools
- Resource and Financial Management practices and procedures.
- Must have excellent report writing skills and be able to communicate at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and provide technical leadership with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- MS Office systems, Word, Excel, Outlook and Access. Ellipse, EDM, and other specialist applications
- Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’
- Comprehensive and broad expertise in the following;
- Networks construction, maintenance and operations field practices and procedures
- Standards and regulations applicable to the section and stream specifically primary assets
- Safety policies and procedures, particularly operating field practices and procedures applying to the power system
- Disciplines associated with transmission facilities, including substation, protection, SCADA & communications
- Solid knowledge of scheduling and project management tools and processes
- Engineering standards, regulations and procedures applicable to the Section and Stream
- Sound knowledge of Secondary systems and isolation procedures
- A minimum of 15 to 20 years comprehensive and broad technical expertise demonstrating technical leadership (industry expert in field) and expert guidance within a particular discipline, preferably in the Networks business
- Hold all appropriate industry licences or certificates of competency especially substation inspection, testing, maintenance and repair
- Have solid experience in coordination and technical supervision of others
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.
Please note that final stages of our recruitment process require completed Background & Assessment Checks. This includes a current police clearance (issued within the last six months), checks on documentation and references which verify your identity and qualifications, and a medical assessment.
Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.
Applications close on 3 June 2024.
Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.
