High Voltage Operating Coordinator

Consolidated Power Projects; Sydney, Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary package

Annual bonus

Tool of trade vehicle

Flexibility to work from home

Paid overtime

Job summary

Consolidated Power Projects (CPP) is seeking a High Voltage Operating Coordinator to manage energisation, switching, and access permits across a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects. Based on site, you will ensure safe switching programs, compliance with ESR, and safe access for teams on live assets.

You will be the technical authority on site, building strong stakeholder relationships with project teams, contractors, and clients while supporting energisation from construction through

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high voltage switching experience, ideally in substations, transmission, generation, renewables or utility environments.
• Experience preparing switching programs and switching sheets.
• Strong understanding of isolation, permitting and electrical safety processes.
• Proven ability to enforce safety requirements and challenge unsafe behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage high voltage energisation, switching and access permitting activities.
• Prepare, review and implement switching programs and switching sheets.
• Support delivery and compliance of Electrical Safety Rules and procedures.
• Issue and manage permits and isolations to ensure safe access to electrical assets.
• Work with project delivery, engineering and commissioning teams during energisation activities.
• Maintain operational records and authorisation documentation.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams and stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of HV operational systems and procedures.
• Support safe project delivery across renewable energy, substations and BESS projects nationally.

Skills

HV switching experience

Switching programs

Electrical safety

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: NSW - Site Based

Job Category: Asset Management Services (AMS)

• Full-time, permanent
• Based in Sydney or Adelaide
• Major projects. High earning potential. Grow your career within.

Job Description

Who is CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 700 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

The Opportunity

As a High Voltage Operating Coordinator (HVOC), you will be responsible for managing high voltage energisation, switching operations and access permitting activities across CPP's growing portfolio of projects. You will coordinate safe switching programs, support commissioning activities, maintain compliance with Electrical Safety Rules (ESR) and ensure personnel can safely access and work on live electrical assets.

This is a unique opportunity to join a specialised and growing function within CPP. You will be involved in some of Australia's most significant renewable energy and BESS projects, supporting project teams through complex energisation and commissioning stages while helping shape and strengthen CPP's HV operational systems and procedures.

The role is highly autonomous and suited to someone who enjoys being the technical authority on site, building strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring the highest standards of safety are maintained. You will work closely with project teams, engineers, commissioning teams, contractors and clients while supporting energisation activities from construction through to practical completion. Project rosters will vary depending on site requirements and commissioning phases, with flexibility available where operational requirements allow.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage high voltage energisation, switching and access permitting activities.
• Prepare, review and implement switching programs and switching sheets.
• Support delivery and compliance of CPP's Electrical Safety Rules and procedures.
• Issue and manage permits and isolations to ensure safe access to electrical assets.
• Work closely with project delivery, engineering and commissioning teams during energisation activities.
• Maintain operational records and authorisation documentation.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of CPP's HV operational systems and procedures.
• Support safe project delivery across renewable energy, substations and BESS projects nationally.

Desired Skills and Experience

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Possess

• Demonstrated high voltage switching experience, ideally within substations, transmission, generation, renewables or utility environments.
• Experience preparing switching programs, switching sheets and coordinating switching operations.
• Strong understanding of isolation, permitting and electrical safety processes.
• Proven ability to confidently enforce safety requirements and challenge unsafe behaviours when required.
• Experience working with high voltage equipment and complex energisation or commissioning activities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with project teams, contractors, clients and operational stakeholders

Be Rewarded at CPP.

At CPP, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to investing in, nurturing, and developing your talent, ensuring you have the resources and support to reach your full potential. With a strong history of providing clear career progression, we promote from within, offering pathways from Electrician, to Leading Hand, to Service Manager and beyond.

Benefits Include

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
• Paid overtime & Travel and Meals Allowance
• Tool of trade vehicle
• Flexibility to work from home
• Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
• 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 6 weeks paid secondary parental leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile
• We actively invest in AI capability, providing access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter, solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile + an iPad
• On site car-parking
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.