Electrical Trades Assistant

ACCIONA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is delivering the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project in NSW and seeks Electrical Trade Assistants to support construction of 330kV/500kV switching stations and substations. You will join our Energy Hubs team to assist electricians and crews on large-scale HV infrastructure.

The role operates on a remote roster (14 days on / 7 days off) with bus transport from Sydney; NSW-based applicants may DIDO at own expense and non-NSW residents must arrange travel to Sydney or site.

Qualifications

• Construction White Card required on site.
• HV experience or strong mechanical/electrical aptitude preferred.
• Current Driver's Licence required.
• LVR/CPR or willing to obtain.
• High risk work licence - EWP desirable.
• Heavy lifting and outdoor/remote work expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians with installation of HV equipment in switching stations and substations.
• Assist with cable hauling, laying and dressing of power and control cables.
• Support installation of equipment, structures, busbars and related infrastructure.
• Prepare and manage specialised tools and equipment; document defects.
• Provide general labour support and maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Follow site safety procedures and report risks to supervisors.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Safety consciousness

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Construction White Card

Tools

Hydraulic crimpers

Drills

Grinders

Concrete cutters

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by EnergyCo to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV), the design and construct (D&C) consortium, will design and build the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project.
The new transmission network infrastructure will deliver at least 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity from 2028 to connect 7.7 gigawatts of wind and solar projects, which is enough to power more than 2 million homes each year.

This is a remote project position operating on a 14 days on / 7 days off roster. Bus transport is currently provided from Sydney only, with various pick-up and drop-off stops between Sydney and the Mudgee region. All other applicants within NSW will be required to DIDO (Drive In Drive Out) at their own expense.

Please note this is not a FIFO role, and candidates residing outside NSW will be required to arrange and fund their own travel to Sydney or site if successful.

Job Description

Our Central-West Orana project is currently seeking dedicated Electrical Trade Assistants to join our growing Energy Hubs team, supporting the construction of switching stations and substations across the project.

Working as a Trade Assistant (TA) across 330kV and 500kV high-voltage (HV) switching stations and substations involves supporting electrical and civil crews on large-scale transmission infrastructure projects. These roles are critical to the construction and development of Australia's CWO transmission network, supporting the delivery of major Energy Hubs, switching stations and substations across the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting electricians with the installation and assembly of high-voltage switching station equipment, including switchgear, circuit breakers, disconnectors, isolators, insulators and associated components.
• Assisting with cable hauling, cutting, laying and dressing of power and control cables into trenches, conduits and cable trays, ensuring cables are correctly positioned and secured.
• Supporting the installation of electrical equipment, steel structures, busbars and associated switching station infrastructure. This includes manual assembly tasks such as drilling, bolting, fastening and component preparation.
• Managing and preparing specialised tools and equipment for electrical crews, including drills, hydraulic crimpers and other installation equipment. Assisting with pre-start inspections and reporting or tagging defective equipment.
• Providing general labour support to electrical crews across the switching station, including material handling, site preparation, housekeeping and maintaining clean and organised work areas.
• Following all site safety procedures, electrical safety requirements and instructions from supervisors while maintaining a high standard of housekeeping and safe work practices.

Minimum Skills & Qualifications

• A valid Construction White Card is mandatory for entry onto any construction site.
• While specific HV training is often provided, previous experience in high-voltage environments or a strong mechanical/electrical aptitude is highly valued.
• LVR/CPR or willing to obtain
• High risk work licence - EWP
• These roles involve heavy lifting, working outdoors in various conditions and remote environments.
• Safe operation of hand and power tools such as hydraulic crimpers, drills, grinders, and concrete cutters.
• Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate with various trades and clearly report site risks or equipment issues to supervisors.
• Current Driver's Licence required.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Our goal is to build a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and drives innovation through varied perspectives. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply and look forward to creating a supportive workplace together.

Please note: This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the ACEREZ project and appreciate the time taken to submit an application.

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