Lead Transmission Line Supervisor (HV up to 500kV)

Direct Pty Ltd; Inner West; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Linesperson Supervisors to lead transmission line crews responsible for construction, installation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage transmission infrastructure in NSW. The role requires hands-on leadership, strict safety compliance and effective coordination of field operations across networks up to 500kV.

Successful candidates will oversee crews, interpret technical drawings, and ensure timely delivery while mentoring team members and liaising with

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in transmission line construction, maintenance, or electrical linework.
• 3–5 years' experience in overhead and underground line installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Experience working at heights and with lifting equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise transmission line construction and maintenance crews.
• Interpret drawings, diagrams, maps and specifications.
• Oversee installation, maintenance and repair of overhead conductors, underground cables and equipment.
• Supervise towers, poles, conductors, cables, insulators, and related electrical infrastructure.
• Coordinate line works on structures and assets up to 500kV.
• Operate and supervise use of plant, lifting equipment and EWPs.
• Conduct inspections, identify defects and ensure standards.
• Provide guidance, training and mentoring to team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Technical drawings

Project coordination

Team supervision

Working at heights

Electrical knowledge

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Direct Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Linesperson Supervisors to lead transmission line crews responsible for construction, installation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage transmission infrastructure in NSW. The role requires hands-on leadership, strict safety compliance and effective coordination of field operations across networks up to 500kV.

Successful candidates will oversee crews, interpret technical drawings, and ensure timely delivery while mentoring team members and liaising with