Lead Transmission Line Asset Engineer

ACEREZ; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ACEREZ, a consortium of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, seeks a Transmission Line Assets Engineer to steer the transition from construction to operations. You will lead maintenance planning, asset performance monitoring and lifecycle management, coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include developing asset strategies, risk assessments and regulatory compliance, while guiding field teams and ensuring safety and reliability of the transmission network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or related field; CPEng (current or working towards).
• Desirable: certification in asset management (IAM, GFMAM, AM Council).
• Deep understanding of HV/EHV overhead networks and asset types.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Transmission Line Asset Management strategies aligned with ISO 55001.
• Lead transition of assets from construction to operations; integrate into M&L systems.
• Oversee maintenance plans in line with safety protocols and standards.
• Monitor asset performance; identify gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Support network planning with stakeholders, operators and generators.
• Manage right-of-way maintenance and vegetation clearing; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead bushfire risk mitigation, including thermal inspections and emergency planning.
• Produce management reports with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Lead asset risk assessments and conduct operational audits and compliance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Project Deed for all asset management activities.

Skills

Asset management

Maintenance planning

Stakeholder management

Asset lifecycle management

Risk assessment

Maintenance strategies

Field-based teamwork

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering

CPEng (current or working towards)

Asset management certification desirable

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-TOWER

PLS-POLE

EAMS

SCADA

GIS mapping tools

Job description

ACEREZ, a consortium of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, seeks a Transmission Line Assets Engineer to steer the transition from construction to operations. You will lead maintenance planning, asset performance monitoring and lifecycle management, coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include developing asset strategies, risk assessments and regulatory compliance, while guiding field teams and ensuring safety and reliability of the transmission network.