Commissioning Technician Electrical

Zenith Energy; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment

2:2 FIFO roster with 12-hour shifts

Competitive salary with remuneration/2

Discretionary bonus scheme

Up to 8 weeks parental leave

Novated leasing options

Annual OEM technical training

Study Support Program

Job summary

Zenith Energy seeks an Electrical Commissioning Technician to join our off-grid hybrid power projects. You will test, troubleshoot and commission power generation equipment, control systems and related gear, ensuring smooth handovers to operations.

The role involves a 2:2 roster with 12-hour shifts, Perth-based work when required. You will collaborate across engineering, construction and operations to deliver safe, reliable systems.

Qualifications

• WA Electrical Licence; post-trade experience in power generation; strong fault-finding skills.
• Experience with commissioning power generation equipment and control systems.
• Clear communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Commission power station control systems and associated equipment using ITPs/ITRs.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across power generation equipment, solar and BESS.
• Collaborate with engineers on technical standards and handover to operations.
• Support construction teams on new stations and refurbishment projects.
• Provide training support for operations/maintenance teams.
• Help improve commissioning procedures and documentation.
• Maintain safety focus during testing, start-up and handover.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Power generation

Troubleshooting

PLC systems

Networking/IT

HV switching

Independent work

Education

WA Electrical Licence

Post-trade experience in power generation

Tools

ComAp control systems

Industrial PLCs

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Introduction:

Zenith Energy builds, owns and operates power stations, integrating thermal generation with solar, wind and battery energy storage systems to deliver reliable power to remote operations.

Description:

Electrical Commissioning Technician

2:2 roster | Off-grid hybrid power stations | Power generation, solar and BESS

• Put your electrical and fault-finding skills to work on hybrid power systems.
• Help take new power stations from construction through commissioning and handover.
• Work closely with engineering, construction and operations teams.

Zenith Energy builds, owns and operates power stations, integrating thermal generation with solar, wind and battery energy storage systems to deliver reliable power to remote operations.

We’re looking for an Electrical Commissioning Technician to support the safe commissioning and start-up of our off-grid hybrid power stations.

About The Role

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you’ll test, troubleshoot and commission power generation equipment, control systems and associated equipment. You’ll work with project teams to resolve technical issues and support a successful handover to operations.

The role works a 2:2 roster/12-hour shifts, with Perth-based work when required.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Commissioning power station control systems and associated equipment using Inspection Test Plans and Inspection Test Records.
• Diagnosing and resolving faults across power generation equipment, solar and battery energy storage systems.
• Working with electrical and mechanical engineers to meet relevant technical standards.
• Supporting construction teams on new power stations and refurbishment projects.
• Providing technical support and contributing to training for operations and maintenance teams.
• Helping improve commissioning procedures, documentation and work practices.
• Maintaining a strong focus on safety throughout testing, start-up and handover

About You

You’re an experienced electrical trades person who enjoys solving technical problems and working with power generation equipment. You’re comfortable working independently, collaborating across teams and keeping accurate commissioning records.

• A valid WA Electrical Licence.
• At least two years’ post-trade experience in the power generation industry.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical fault-finding skills.
• A valid WA manual driver’s licence, minimum C class.
• Clear communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• A National Police Certificate and medical clearance.

Experience with PLCs, networking/IT and ComAp control systems will be highly regarded. Power generation training, formal PLC training, HV switching certification, first

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time employment.
• 2:2 even time FIFO roster.
• Competitive salary with annual remuneration reviews.
• Site and skills-based allowances.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Novated leasing options.
• $4,000 employee referral bonus.
• Annual OEM technical training.
• Study Support Program and ongoing career development.
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Opportunities to grow within a rapidly expanding business.

Zenith Energy is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Zenith Energy is a Work180 Endorsed Employer