HV Electrician

Consolidated Power Projects Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Licence reimbursements

Income protection

Leave entitlements

Job summary

Consolidated Power Projects Australia is seeking an HV Electrician to join our Asset Management Services team. You will perform maintenance, upgrades, testing and inspections on high‑voltage assets across SA and VIC, with a focus on safety and quality.

A strong team environment supports ongoing career progression into testing, commissioning, and leadership roles. Applicants must hold an Electrical Licence and Driver’s Licence with experience in utility, industrial, HV or renewable energy

Qualifications

• Current Electrical Licence and Driver's Licence.
• Experience as an Electrician in utility, industrial, HV or renewable energy environments.
• Strong fault-finding, maintenance and testing skills.
• Safety-first mindset with pride in delivering quality work.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Willingness to travel regionally and interstate; home on weekends 70% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, upgrades, testing, inspections and fault finding across high‑voltage equipment and sites.
• Respond to breakdowns and provide timely solutions across South Australia, New South Wales and Victoria.
• Work as part of a supportive team delivering quality outcomes for clients and ongoing asset reliability.

Skills

Electrical Licence

Driver's Licence

Electrical experience HV

Fault finding

Safety minded

Independent worker

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Category: Asset Management Services (AMS)

• Full-time, permanent
• Working across sites in SA and VIC
• Career progression into specialist HV pathways
• 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.

Asset Management Services

CPP’s Asset Management Services (AMS) ensure the reliability and longevity of high-voltage assets. As a key part of our end-to-end service offering, we provide a seamless transition from construction and commissioning to ongoing asset management.

The AMS team delivers critical maintenance, replacement and upgrade projects for Australia's electricity network. Trusted by major utility and infrastructure clients, AMS manages and maintains high-voltage assets throughout their lifecycle, ensuring essential infrastructure remains safe, reliable and ready to meet future demand.

With significant growth underway and an expanding portfolio of projects, there has never been a better time to join AMS and play a key role in shaping the future of a rapidly growing business delivering critical infrastructure across Australia.

The opportunity

Looking for more variety than the same construction project every day?

Join CPP's Asset Management Services (AMS) team and work on some of the countries largest and most critical high-voltage infrastructure, including wind farms, battery storage sites, substations and renewable energy assets.

As an HV Electrician, you'll be carrying out maintenance, upgrades, testing, inspections, fault finding and breakdown response across a range of critical HV equipment and sites. No two weeks are the same, with work spanning South Australia, New South Wales and Victoria.

You'll be part of a supportive team of experienced electricians who enjoy getting the job done safely, helping each other out and delivering quality outcomes for clients. In return, you'll enjoy competitive pay, overtime opportunities, ongoing training and genuine career pathways into testing, commissioning, cable jointing and leadership roles as the business continues to grow.

Desired Skills and Experience

About you

We're looking for someone who has:

• A current Electrical Licence and Driver's Licence
• Experience working as an Electrician in utility, industrial, HV or renewable energy environments
• Strong fault-finding, maintenance and testing skills
• A safety-first mindset and pride in delivering quality work
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
• A willingness to travel regionally and interstate when required however home on weekends 70% of the time

Highly Regarded

• HV switching experience or authorisation
• Experience with substations, transformers, protection systems or switchgear
• Wind farm, BESS or renewable energy experience
• HV construction, testing or commissioning experience

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:

• Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime (double time) + travel & meal allowances (for regional work)
• Reimbursement for all occupational licences pertaining to your job
• Generous allowances and income protection scheme as per our Enterprise Agreement
• 16weeks paid primary carer's leave & weeks paid secondary carer's leave
• Further paid training options, helping you obtain important certifications as part of your role
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to a wide benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free, comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
• Option to purchase up to two weeks additional leave for a better work/life balance

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