Electricians (Substation Construction)

Enerven Energy Infrastructure Pty; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid at double time

13% superannuation

Leave loading on annual leave

Electricity reimbursement up to $900

18 weeks paid parental leave

Pre-employment screening

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Enerven Energy Infrastructure Pty is seeking an experienced Substation Electrician in Adelaide, SA. You will install and test HV/LV equipment, wiring, and control systems within substation environments, following drawings and project documentation. The role is a 24-month contract with strong opportunities in ongoing SA projects.

You must be trade-qualified with SA licences, have HV experience, and be committed to high safety standards while delivering quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Electrician with a current SA Electrical Workers Licence and Driver’s Licence.
• Demonstrated experience in substation construction and electrical installation.
• Experience with HV equipment, switchgear, transformers, cabling and associated substation plant.
• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Strong safety awareness in high-risk electrical environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation and construction works within substation environments.
• Install and connect HV and LV equipment, cabling and associated electrical plant.
• Install, identify, terminate and test power, control and associated cabling.
• Complete control wiring, marshalling and panel wiring to drawings and specs.
• Undertake cable glanding, identification and termination.
• Complete earthing and bonding associated with electrical installations.
• Read and interpret diagrams and drawings.
• Carry out electrical testing, fault finding and rectification as required.
• Support testing, commissioning and project handover activities.
• Complete ITPs, quality records and other project documentation.

Skills

Electrician

HV equipment

Substation installation

Reading diagrams

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

South Australia- Substation Projects | 10/4 Roster | Up to 330kV Infrastructure | Circa $200K incl. overtime + 13% superannuation & LAFA.

Enerven is looking for experienced, trade-qualified Substation Electricians. Broaden your capability and build your career with Enerven.

Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide – and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.

The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.

At Enerven, we’re connecting you with tomorrow.

About the role

As a Substation Electrician, you’ll be hands-on in the construction and installation of electrical infrastructure within substation environments.

You’ll work across substation plant, power and control cabling, control systems, electrical connections and associated installation works, working from approved drawings, specifications and project documentation.

You’ll be part of an experienced crew where people communicate, share knowledge and take pride in the work they deliver.

This is a 24-month contract opportunity, with potential opportunities beyond the initial contract as our business and project pipeline continue to grow.

Day to day you will:

• Carry out electrical installation and construction works within substation environments.
• Install and connect HV and LV equipment, cabling and associated electrical plant.
• Install, identify, terminate and test power, control and associated electrical cabling.
• Complete control wiring, marshalling and panel wiring to drawings and specifications.
• Undertake cable glanding, identification and termination.
• Complete earthing and bonding associated with electrical installations.
• Read and interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Carry out electrical testing, fault finding and rectification as required.
• Support testing, commissioning and project handover activities.
• Complete ITPs, quality records and other project documentation.
• Work in accordance with site isolation, permit and safety requirements.

Projects are delivered across South Australia on a 10/4 roster, giving you the opportunity to work on substantial infrastructure while remaining SA-based.

About you

You’re a qualified electrician with hands-on experience in substation construction and electrical installation.

You understand how to work safely around HV plant, can read electrical drawings and take pride in delivering quality workmanship.

You’re practical, reliable and switched on, with the ability to work effectively as part of a crew and take responsibility for the work you deliver.

You value working with people who know their trade, communicate well, look out for each other and maintain high standards.

You’re also looking for an employer where your experience is recognised and there is scope to keep developing your skills as your career progresses.

Specific qualifications and experience required include:

• Trade-qualified Electrician with a current SA Electrical Workers Licence and Driver’s Licence.
• Demonstrated experience in substation construction and electrical installation.
• Experience with HV equipment, switchgear, transformers, cabling and associated substation plant.
• Experience in control wiring, protection and control systems and electrical terminations.
• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Experience with cable installation, glanding, termination, earthing and bonding.
• Understanding of electrical testing, commissioning, quality requirements and ITP processes.
• Experience within transmission, distribution, renewable energy or BESS environments will be highly regarded.
• Strong safety awareness and the ability to work effectively within a high-risk electrical construction environment.
• Reliable, professional and committed to delivering a high standard of workmanship.

About us

The work behind the network

When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.

A skilled and diverse workforce

Our broad industry skillset enables us to meet complex challenges with agility and expertise. Our team is at the forefront of change - building a more sustainable future by connecting Australia with tomorrow.

Outstanding culture of safety and well-being

Health, safety and well-being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the community we serve.

Excellent employee benefit programs

Enjoy working conditions that ensure you can have a better work, life balance, all in a collaborative, safe and supportive work environment. Access a variety of employee benefits including:

• Overtime paid at double time
• Generous living-away-from-home allowance
• 13% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions)
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
• 18 weeks paid primary carers parental leave
• Ability to purchase extra annual leave of up to 20 days
• Leadership and career development opportunities
• Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme.
• Salary sacrifice towards novated lease vehicle
• Corporate discount towards health insurance and gym memberships

An inclusive and equal opportunity organisation

We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at [e-mail]

Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.

Bring your experience. Build on it. See where it can take you.

Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a medical assessment and police check.

For further information, please contact [e-mail].

Enerven is part of the SA Power Networks Group, with employment formally engaged via Utilities Management Pty Ltd (UMPL).