Hv Protection Technician

Ampcontrol; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Purchased leave

Discounted private health care

Fitness Passport membership

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Ampcontrol is seeking an experienced HV Protection Technician to support high voltage testing, commissioning, protection and maintenance services across mining, industrial and infrastructure projects in Australia. You will test, fault find, commission and maintain HV protection systems to ensure critical assets operate safely and reliably.

With expertise in HV protection and power systems, you will work on diverse projects alongside a highly skilled team, performing testing, calibration and

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification and a valid electrical licence.
• Experience with HV testing, commissioning and protection systems.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across HV/LV equipment.

Responsibilities

• Test, commission, service and maintain HV and LV electrical systems.
• Test, calibrate and fault-find protection relays.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and protection faults on sites.
• Support installation and commissioning activities across client sites.
• Prepare technical test reports and documentation.
• Build strong customer relationships through quality service.

Skills

HV testing

Protection systems

Electrical trade

Electrical licence

Fault finding

Customer focus

Safety compliance

LVR/CPR

HV Switching Ops

Job description

Ampcontrol is seeking a HV Protection Technician to support the delivery of high voltage testing, commissioning, protection and maintenance services across mining, industrial and infrastructure projects.

You'll play a key role in testing, fault finding, commissioning and maintaining HV protection systems and electrical infrastructure, ensuring critical assets operate safely and reliably.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical tradesperson looking to further develop their expertise in HV protection and power systems while working on diverse projects with industry-leading technology and a highly skilled team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Testing, commissioning, servicing and maintaining HV and LV electrical systems
• Conducting protection relay testing, calibration and fault finding
• Diagnosing and resolving electrical and protection system faults
• Supporting installation and commissioning activities across customer sites
• Preparing technical reports and test documentation
• Building strong customer relationships through quality service delivery
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards and industry regulations
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Electrical Trade qualification and current Electrical Licence
• Experience with HV testing, commissioning and protection systems
• Knowledge of protection relays, switchgear, transformers and power distribution equipment
• Experience within mining, industrial, utilities or infrastructure environments
• HV Switching Operations certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Current LVR/CPR certification
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and customer focus
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement

Employee Benefits

At Ampcontrol, we believe great work deserves great rewards. When you join us, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career growth, including:

• Paid parental leave to support your family
• Salary packaging options to help you make the most of your income
• Purchased leave for greater work-life balance
• Discounted private health care
• Fitness Passport membership
• Wellbeing programs and employee discounts
• Education assistance and career development support
• Discount programs including Sydney Tools and Avis Car Hire

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