Electrical Distribution Planner: Network Strategy & Compliance

Service Stream; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Discounts & perks

Paid leave

Diversity & inclusion

Veterans employment commitment

Job summary

Service Stream is seeking a Planner in Victoria to support the Power business by assessing network performance, modelling HV/LV options, and contributing to long-term asset strategies. The role involves preparing planning applications, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with engineers, operations, councils and contractors.

Ideal candidates have electrical distribution experience, knowledge of Australian standards, and strong analytical and communication skills for documenting

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (Desirable)
• Knowledge of AS/NZS 3000 & AS/NZS 7000 + utility guidelines
• Experience with Victorian DNSPs (AusNet, Powercor, Jemena, United Energy, CitiPower)
• Strong understanding of HV/LV electrical distribution networks
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and contracts
• Proficiency with network modelling tools
• Prior experience in Power industry
• Demonstrated experience preparing planning or technical documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Project
• Strong communications skills (written & verbal)
• Knowledge of Distribution business systems

Responsibilities

• Assess network performance, capacity constraints, and future load requirements
• Model network options (HV/LV), evaluate constraints, and identify optimal solutions
• Contribute to long-term asset and network strategies
• Prepare planning applications and customer connection assessments
• Ensure documentation meets DNSP and Vic Electricity Distribution Code standards
• Write clear technical narratives outlining need, scope, risk and justification
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external customers, councils and contractors
• Provide expert advice regarding network constraints and planning standards

Skills

Electrical distribution experience

Communications skills

Network modelling

Reading drawings & contracts

Microsoft Project

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Network modelling tools

Job description

Service Stream is seeking a Planner in Victoria to support the Power business by assessing network performance, modelling HV/LV options, and contributing to long-term asset strategies. The role involves preparing planning applications, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with engineers, operations, councils and contractors.

Ideal candidates have electrical distribution experience, knowledge of Australian standards, and strong analytical and communication skills for documenting