Substation Trade Technician

Make your move to Powerlink now! Our Collaborative and supportive team looking for experienced HV Substation Electricians to work on QLD’s Transmission network.

• Claim your weekends back on a 9-day, family-friendly roster
• Work on a variety of HV equipment across interesting projects
• Multiple Brisbane-based opportunities with attractive relocation package!

Queensland's energy system is transforming to create reliable, clean and affordable energy to power generations to come. Powerlink plays a critical role in this, and we invite you to join us on this exciting journey!  

We seek qualified HV Substation Electrical Tradespersons to join our friendly and spirited field crews, working safely to perform critical maintenance works, resolve complex problems, and upgrade our network to deliver safe and reliable electricity to over 5 million Queenslanders.  

If you are detail-oriented, you enjoy having a team around you, you thrive on challenge and continual learning, and you are looking for a role that gives you pride and satisfaction, then Powerlink is for you. 

Travelling to substations and working closely with team members, you will enjoy variety in your work, complex problem solving, and have a passion for providing high quality outcomes.  Crucial to your success in this role is a background in safely maintaining, constructing and operation High Voltage electrical substation equipment. 

You hold a current Qld Electrical Fitter / Mechanic licence, current LVR & CPR certification, Elevated Work Platform high risk work licence, plus a "C" class driver’s licence. Noting that Powerlink may support you in acquiring some of these on the job. Crucial to your success in this role, will be your background in safely maintaining, constructing and operating High Voltage electrical substation equipment with a Transmission, Distribution or large-scale Contractor organisation.

Do you want your weekends back? Working a 9-day fortnight with RDO’s every second Monday, you will be required to execute work locally in and around the Brisbane and SEQ, occasionally travelling across Queensland, Paid overtime hours and allowances are applicable, plus you will work with a collaborative and supportive team, along with leaders who genuinely care about your well-being and work-life balance! 

We also support families and gender equity by offering 14 weeks Paid parental leave for primary carers in addition to government-funded parental leave, child seats in suitable work vehicles, transport to and from our sites. 

Training and learning with industry experts, and working on Tier one equipment, the training, support and experience offered at Powerlink is unrivalled in Queensland. Our learning and training programs include technical and professional modules, with all role specific training fully supported by Powerlink and linked to your career development.We welcome applications from QLD and Interstate candidates, Powerlink offer full relocation packages available to you!

Unleashing our people’s potential is essential to our success. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is welcome and where diverse perspectives are valued. We are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and harness the unique talents, perspectives and experiences of all people.

Throughout the recruitment process, we provide support for candidates to ensure nobody is disadvantaged. Please tell us about any adjustments, support or access requirements that may help make the recruitment process more inclusive for you. You are also welcome to share your pronouns with us at any point throughout the process.

If you see yourself in this opportunity, then we want to hear from you!

To apply please click on the Apply button to be taken to our careers page to start the application process, attaching your resume and cover letter responding to the "About you" section above.

Please monitor your email for further communication regarding the progress of your application.

Applications close on Wednesday 9th of August, at 11.59pm.

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please contact the Recruitment Team at ***********@powerlink.com.au.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Powerlink is a leading Australian provider of electricity transmission services, delivering safe, cost effective and reliable solutions. Our purpose is to connect Queenslanders to a world-class energy future, providing electricity to five million Queenslanders and 238,000 businesses.

We offer:

Family friendly and flexible working arrangements14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half paySubstitution of Public HolidaysBright, open office layoutFree undercover parking and charging stations for electric vehiclesAccess to a corporate health plan with employee discountsAnnual flu vaccinationsOnsite gym facilitiesAccess to an employee assistance programVarious other forms of leave that support you to support your community.

Our attractive employment terms and conditions are enhanced by a broad range of benefits including, salary packaging novated lease vehicles, and access to an onsite credit union and cafeteria.