High Voltage Field Test & Commissioning Technician

Ampcontrol; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Purchased leave

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Ampcontrol's High Voltage Field Service team in Hexham is looking for a High Voltage Testing Officer/Technician to support testing, commissioning and maintenance across mining, utilities and infrastructure sectors. You will work on generation, transmission and substation assets, performing lab and field tests while delivering safe, reliable electrical solutions.

Candidates should hold an Electrical Trade Qualification with HV experience, and have strong diagnostic skills, drawing interpretation

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification with HV testing awareness.
• Experience in high voltage testing, commissioning or maintenance.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Commitment to safety and high-quality customer service.
• Current Class C Driver Licence and willingness to travel NSW and interstate.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform high voltage testing, commissioning and maintenance in labs and on-site.
• Test generation, transmission and substation equipment.
• Conduct insulation, withstand, diagnostic and condition assessments on HV gear.
• Support commissioning and energisation activities for electrical projects.
• Fault-find, troubleshoot and investigate technical issues.
• Prepare test plans, risk assessments and commissioning reports.
• Ensure compliance with standards and safe work practices.
• Coordinate testing activities with customers and project teams.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Safety and compliance

Education

Cert III Electrotechnology - Electrician

Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Engineering Degree (advantageous)

Tools

HV testing equipment

Job description

Ampcontrol's High Voltage Field Service team in Hexham is looking for a High Voltage Testing Officer/Technician to support testing, commissioning and maintenance across mining, utilities and infrastructure sectors. You will work on generation, transmission and substation assets, performing lab and field tests while delivering safe, reliable electrical solutions.

Candidates should hold an Electrical Trade Qualification with HV experience, and have strong diagnostic skills, drawing interpretation