Distribution Lineworker - New Connections

Zinfra PTY Ltd.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance available

9 day fortnight

Permanent – Full Time opportunities

Paid Parental Leave

Overtime and weekend allowances

Training and upskilling opportunities

Modern trucks and EWPs

Job summary

Zinfra is seeking skilled Distribution Lineworkers for our Beaconsfield and Thomastown depots in Melbourne. Join a newly formed New Connections & Metering team delivering connections, metering services and essential distribution work across a growing network.

We offer overtime, weekend work, and clear pathways for upskilling and progression, including potential to become an Authorised Operator or RSO/DSO Network Operator, with a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Hold a Certificate III ESI in Distribution.
• Current Electrical Lineworker Distribution Licence.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence (heavy vehicle desirable).
• White/Blue card (OHS construction induction card).
• Experience within an electrical maintenance and construction environment.
• Experience working in high-risk environments, with a strong commitment to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Undertake new customer connections, service upgrades, alterations and abolishments across the distribution network.
• Complete metering works, including installation, replacement and associated service activities.
• Install, maintain and replace overhead and underground customer service connections.
• Perform all associated service and connection testing to verify the safety and integrity of completed works.

Skills

Safety awareness

Electrical maintenance

High‑risk environments

Education

Certificate III ESI in Distribution

Electrical Lineworker Distribution Licence

White/Blue card (OHS)

Job description

About the role

As Zinfra continues to grow and expand its operations, we’re excited to introduce our New Connections & Metering team, creating new opportunities for experienced Distribution Lineworkers across our Beaconsfield and Thomastown depots.

This team has been established to support the growing demand for new customer connections, metering services and essential electrical distribution works. You'll play an important role in delivering these services, working across a variety of projects that support our expanding network operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking stable, rewarding, long-term metro work, with access to overtime, weekend work and genuine opportunities for upskilling and career progression. This includes pathways to become an Authorised Operator or RSO/DSO Network Operator, helping to broaden your technical capabilities and strengthen our network’s readiness and response to future storm events and outages.

With a variety of work, a dedicated team and opportunities to further develop your skills, no two days will be the same. Whether you’re looking for your next challenge or a long‑term career move, this is an exciting time to join Zinfra and be part of a newly established team.

Key Responsibilities include

• Undertake new customer connections, service upgrades, alterations and abolishments across the distribution network
• Complete metering-related works, including installation, replacement and associated service activities
• Install, maintain and replace overhead and underground customer service connections
• Perform all associated service and connection testing to verify the safety and integrity of completed works

Culture & Benefits

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future. Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace designed to see you succeed in all areas of life:

• Sign-on bonus to welcome you on board
• Employee referral bonus of up to $5,000 for successful hires
• Financial relocation assistance available for interstate candidates
• 9 day a fortnight - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with scheduled days off
• Permanent – Full Time opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Access to overtime and weekend work when available + allowances
• Strong focus on training, upskilling opportunities and competency development
• Work with modern trucks and state-of-the-art EWPs, tools, uniforms and new equipment
• Supportive team environment with a strong depot and social culture

About You

• Hold a Certificate III ESI in Distribution
• Current Electrical Lineworker Distribution Licence
• Valid Australian Drivers Licence (heavy vehicle highly desirable)
• White/Blue card (OHS construction induction card)
• Experience within an electrical maintenance and construction environment
• Experience working in high-risk environments, with a strong commitment to safety protocols

Who we are

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering over $1B portfolio annually,the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia

We know Zinfra is a great place to belong—but don’t just take our word for it; hear our team members share what working at Zinfra means to them.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with a disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.