HV Electrician

Engineering Trades Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Trades Australia is seeking experienced High Voltage Electricians for major Sydney infrastructure projects. The role involves installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and fault-finding of HV systems on active utility sites in Orchard Hills and near Sydney Airport.

Applicants should hold a NSW Electrical Licence with a White Card, plus HV qualifications and authorisations where possible. Immediate start on site with strong safety culture and career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Electrical Licence and White Card.
• Proven HV Electrician experience in utilities, infrastructure, rail, renewable energy or industrial environments.
• Ability to pass project-specific medicals, inductions and background checks as required.
• Authorisations to work on Ausgrid/Endeavour Energy networks are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test and commission HV equipment and systems.
• Carry out HV cable terminations and associated electrical works.
• Perform switching, isolation and energisation activities where authorised.
• Fault diagnose HV distribution network issues and fault-find effectively.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and network specs.
• Ensure all works comply with safety regulations and project standards.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers and stakeholders for successful delivery.

Skills

HV electrical installation

Electrical testing

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

Stakeholder liaison

Education

NSW Electrical Licence

White Card

ASP1 Accreditation

Ausgrid/Endeavour Energy authorisations

HV Switching Qualification

First Aid & CPR

EWP/Working at Heights/Confined Space

Job description

19h ago , from Engineering Trades Australia

Location: Sydney, NSW
Projects: Orchard Hills & Sydney Airport
Employment Type: Contract / Full-Time (depending on project requirements)

About the Role

We are currently seeking experienced High Voltage (HV) Electricians to support major infrastructure and utility projects across Orchard Hills and Sydney Airport. This role will involve the installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and fault-finding of high voltage electrical systems within active utility and infrastructure environments. The successful candidates will have a strong safety focus, experience working on electrical distribution networks, and preferably hold authorisations and accreditations to work on Ausgrid and Endeavour Energy assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, testing and commissioning of HV electrical equipment and systems.
• Carry out HV cable terminations and associated electrical works.
• Perform switching, isolation and energisation activities where authorised.
• Fault find and diagnose issues within HV distribution networks and infrastructure.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and network specifications.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with safety regulations, network standards and project requirements.
• Liaise effectively with supervisors, engineers and project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

• Current NSW Electrical Licence.
• Proven experience as an HV Electrician within utilities, infrastructure, rail, renewable energy or industrial environments.
• Experience working on HV distribution networks, substations or major infrastructure projects.
• White Card (Construction Induction Card).
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Strong understanding of HV safety procedures and electrical standards.
• Ability to pass project specific medicals, inductions and background checks where required.

Highly Desirable

• ASP1 Accreditation.
• Current authorisations to work on Ausgrid and/or Endeavour Energy networks.
• HV Switching Qualification.
• Substation installation and maintenance experience.
• Experience with testing and commissioning activities.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• EWP, Working at Heights and Confined Space tickets.

What's on Offer

• Immediate start on major Sydney infrastructure projects.
• Competitive rates and ongoing project opportunities.
• Exposure to high profile utility and transport projects.
• Strong safety culture and supportive team environment.
• Potential for long term and future project opportunities.