High Voltage Electrical Operations Specialist - Wind Farms

I10463 GE Renewable Energy Australia Pty Ltd; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Renewable Energy Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a seasoned High Voltage Operations lead to provide technical leadership across Project and Operational Services in Australia. The role focuses on electrical safety, compliance, and HV equipment maintenance for wind energy assets while coordinating with contractors.

The candidate will travel regionally, support licensing compliance, and mentor teams in HV procedures and switching practices, enabling safe and efficient project execution.

Qualifications

• Australian electrical license – A grade or state equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years experience as HV operator with HV and LV operations exposure.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Permit recipient and work control experience.
• Procedural development experience.
• Experience with network operating authorities and their procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and review of compliance plan for electrical contracting requirements in each State/Territory.
• Monitor licenses for GE Renewable Energy and contractors to ensure state compliance.
• Act as Technical Nominee/HVO for ANZ projects and sites as required.
• Oversee HV safety procedures and operations across services and project sites.
• Develop and implement competency programs for HV switching and VOC refreshers.

Skills

HV switching

Electrical licenses

Leadership

Safety procedures

Reading schematics

Travel willingness

MS Office

Education

Australian Electrical License – A Grade

Job description

GE Renewable Energy Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a seasoned High Voltage Operations lead to provide technical leadership across Project and Operational Services in Australia. The role focuses on electrical safety, compliance, and HV equipment maintenance for wind energy assets while coordinating with contractors.

The candidate will travel regionally, support licensing compliance, and mentor teams in HV procedures and switching practices, enabling safe and efficient project execution.