HV Electrician

Engineeringtradesaustralia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Competitive rates

Strong safety culture

Job summary

Engineeringtradesaustralia seeks a skilled High Voltage (HV) Electrician to support major infrastructure projects in Sydney, including Orchard Hills and Sydney Airport. You will install, test, commission, maintain, and fault-find HV systems in active utility environments.

Applicants should have a NSW Electrical Licence and HV experience on distribution networks, substations, or major infrastructure, with Ausgrid/ Endeavour Energy authorisations preferred. Immediate start offered.

Qualifications

• NSW Electrical Licence required.
• Experience as HV Electrician on utilities, infrastructure, rail or industrial environments.
• Authorisations to work on Ausgrid/Endeavour Energy assets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, testing and commissioning of HV equipment and systems.
• HV cable terminations and associated electrical works.
• Switching, isolation and energisation activities where authorised.
• Fault finding and diagnostics within HV distribution networks.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and network specs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and project standards.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers and stakeholders for project delivery.

Skills

HV systems knowledge

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Field execution

Licence holder

Job description

Looking for High Voltage (HV) Electrician in Sydney for Immediate start

08th October, 2026

High Voltage (HV) Electrician

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.