Electrical Trades Assistant - Wind Farms

GenusPlus Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Genus Infrastructure (GNI) is seeking experienced Electrical Trades Assistants to join major wind farm projects across Western Australia. The roles include 2:1 FIFO rosters with long-term work through 2027, supporting transmission and substation infrastructure delivery into the Western Power network.

Opportunities commence January 2027 for Waddi and Parron Wind Farms, with 12-hour shifts, DIDO arrangements, and ongoing work across future renewable energy projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as Electrical Trades Assistant or in electrical construction.
• Knowledge of electrical installation and construction activities on site.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist electricians with electrical installation and construction activities across site.
• Assist with cable pulling, laying, handling and termination preparation.
• Perform general electrical trade support duties as directed by the electrical team.
• Assist with handling, movement and preparation of tools, materials and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Follow site safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with electricians, supervisors and other trades to support project delivery.

Skills

Electrical trades

Cable pulling

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

Construction White Card

Australian Driver's Licence

Tools

Cable installation tools

Power tools

Job description

Electrical Trades Assistant - Wind Farms

Electrical Trades Assistants wanted for major WA wind farm projects. 2:1 FIFO roster, long-term work through 2027.

13th November, 2026

Genus Infrastructure (GNI) is seeking experienced Electrical Trades Assistantsto join our team on major renewable energy infrastructure projects across Western Australia.

We have upcoming opportunities commencing in January 2027 on both the Waddi Wind Farm and Parron Wind Farm projects, supporting the delivery of critical transmission and substation infrastructure connecting renewable energy generation into the Western Power network.

With project works extending through to December 2027 and a growing pipeline of future customer connection projects, this is an excellent opportunity for experienced leaders looking to contribute to Australia's energy transition while securing long-term project work.

Current Project Opportunities

Waddi Wind Farm

• Mobilisation commencing: 4 January 2027
• Located approximately 1.5 hours from Perth

13th November, 2026

Genus Infrastructure (GNI) is seeking experienced Electrical Trades Assistantsto join our team on major renewable energy infrastructure projects across Western Australia.

We have upcoming opportunities commencing in January 2027 on both the Waddi Wind Farm and Parron Wind Farm projects, supporting the delivery of critical transmission and substation infrastructure connecting renewable energy generation into the Western Power network.

With project works extending through to December 2027 and a growing pipeline of future customer connection projects, this is an excellent opportunity for experienced leaders looking to contribute to Australia's energy transition while securing long-term project work.

Current Project Opportunities

Waddi Wind Farm

• Mobilisation commencing: 4 January 2027
• Located approximately 1.5 hours from Perth

• Mobilisation commencing: 18 January 2027
• Located near Badgingarra, WA

Roster & Conditions

• 2:1 roster
• 12-hour door-to-door shifts
• DIDO arrangements provided
• Ongoing opportunities across future GNI transmission and renewable energy projects

Key Responsibilities

• Assist electricians with electrical installation and construction activities across site
• Assist with cable pulling, laying, handling and termination preparation
• Perform general electrical trade support duties as directed by the electrical team
• Assist with the handling, movement and preparation of tools, materials and equipment
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment
• Follow site safety procedures
• Work collaboratively with electricians, supervisors and other trades to support project delivery

About You

• Previous experience as an Electrical Trades Assistant or within the electrical construction industry
• General understanding of electrical tools, equipment and materials
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Physically fit and comfortable working in an outdoor construction environment
• Current Construction White Card
• Current Australian working rights
• Currently Australian Drivers License

Highly Regarded

• Previous experience on HV substation or transmission projects
• Renewable energy or wind farm construction experience
• Current CPR/LVR certification
• Experience with cable installation, cable pulling and cable tray systems
• Working at Heights
• EWP and other relevant High Risk Work Licences
• Previous FIFO or remote construction experience

Why Join Genus

• Career progression opportunities across the wider Genus Group
• Employee benefits including novated leasing, salary sacrifice and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Strong team culture focused on safety, quality and performance
• Opportunity to transition onto future transmission, substation and renewable energy projects nationally

Think Safe. Work Safe. Home Safe. GenusPlus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds.