Linesman

RSGx; Australia; Remote; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9‑day fortnight with paid RDO

12% superannuation

Income protection and severance under‑

Company vehicle

VESI training

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

RSGx is seeking a Linesman to support the energy transition across Australia. You will prepare, install, repair, and patrol electric power distribution networks, handling high-voltage work, pole maintenance, cable terminations, and line installation.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and efficient project delivery. We offer Powerline EA conditions with a 9-day fortnight, paid RDO, 12% super, income protection and severance coverage, vehicle support, and opportunities for VESI training and

Qualifications

• Cert III ESI Distribution Overhead (UET30621) and a current Lineworker Licence (Distribution) with an EWP high-risk work licence and dogging.
• Experience in overhead distribution work, including working at height with pole top and EWP rescue training.
• Energised LV overhead and HV stick work is highly regarded.
• High-Risk Work Licence (DG, RB, WP, LF, C2 - as applicable), EWP Licence.

Responsibilities

• Construction, installation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage equipment.
• Attending to electrical breakdown and emergencies.
• Maintaining poles and associated hardware, and continuity of electrical.
• Supply and street lighting fitting pole hardware and crossarms.
• Preparing low- and high-voltage cable joints and cable terminations.
• Connecting and installing electrical equipment and overhead lines.
• Using heavy plant equipment such as elevated work platforms and portable equipment.
• Disseminate material requirements for projects.
• Maintain work schedules and report as required.
• Ensure all installation/construction is compliant to customer and relevant codes and regulations.
• Maintain current and relevant tickets/skills for all works performed.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Maintain safe working environment and execute duties in a professional manner to applicable standards.

Skills

Overhead distribution experience

Pole top EWP rescue training

HV/LV stick work

Driver’s licence

Education

Cert III ESI Distribution Overhead (UET30621)

Electrotechnology trade cert (II/III)

Job description

Come work on mission critical projects with fantastic EA rates under our industry leading Powerline agreement, allowances, 9-day fortnight and more.

10th November, 2026

About Us
RSGx is a leading provider of integrated mechanical and electrical (M&E) construction, engineering, commissioning, and maintenance services across Australia, focused on enabling the energy transition. Our capabilities span transmission & distribution, substations, powerlines, switchgear, commissioning, and more. We deliver across industries including mining, renewables, utilities, transport infrastructure, oil & gas, defence, and water.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Linesman, to help prepare, install, repair, maintain and patrol electric power distribution networks in line with the following duties that will include but are not be limited to:

• Construction, installation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage equipment.
• Attending to electrical breakdown and emergencies.
• Maintaining poles and associated hardware, and continuity of electrical.
• supply and street lighting fitting pole hardware and crossarms.
• Preparing low- and high-voltage cable joints and cable terminations while.
• connecting and installing electrical equipment and overhead lines.
• using heavy plant equipment such as elevated work platforms and portable.
• equipment such as hydraulic drills.
• Disseminate Material requirements for projects.
• Maintain work schedules and report as required.
• Ensure all installation/construction is compliant to customer and relevant codes and regulations.
• Maintain current and relevant tickets/skills for all works performed.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Maintain safe working environment and execute duties in a professional manner to the applicable standards.

10th November, 2026

About Us
RSGx is a leading provider of integrated mechanical and electrical (M&E) construction, engineering, commissioning, and maintenance services across Australia, focused on enabling the energy transition. Our capabilities span transmission & distribution, substations, powerlines, switchgear, commissioning, and more. We deliver across industries including mining, renewables, utilities, transport infrastructure, oil & gas, defence, and water.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Linesman, to help prepare, install, repair, maintain and patrol electric power distribution networks in line with the following duties that will include but are not be limited to:

• Construction, installation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage equipment.
• Attending to electrical breakdown and emergencies.
• Maintaining poles and associated hardware, and continuity of electrical.
• supply and street lighting fitting pole hardware and crossarms.
• Preparing low- and high-voltage cable joints and cable terminations while.
• connecting and installing electrical equipment and overhead lines.
• using heavy plant equipment such as elevated work platforms and portable.
• equipment such as hydraulic drills.
• Disseminate Material requirements for projects.
• Maintain work schedules and report as required.
• Ensure all installation/construction is compliant to customer and relevant codes and regulations.
• Maintain current and relevant tickets/skills for all works performed.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Maintain safe working environment and execute duties in a professional manner to the applicable standards.

General Requirements

• Cert III ESI Distribution Overhead (UET30621) and a current Lineworker Licence (Distribution), with an EWP high-risk work licence and dogging.
• Experience in overhead distribution work, including working at height with pole top and EWP rescue training.
• Energised LV overhead and HV stick work is highly regarded.
• Relevant Trade Qualification Certificate II in Electrotechnology or Cert II/III in ESI (if applicable)
• High-Risk Work Licence (DG, RB, WP, LF, C2 - as applicable), EWP Licence.
• OHS Construction Induction Card (White/Blue).
• Australian Driver's Licence

Why RSGx;

• Work that lasts: We have a strong pipeline of work through to 2029.
• Powerline EA conditions: a 9-day fortnight with a paid RDO, and 12% super. Income protection and severance are covered through Protect.
• Rates: Fantastic EA rates under our industry leading Powerline agreement
• Allowances and tools: licence, first aid and leadership allowances, service increments, travel allowances if you're working away from home, and any additional tools required to complete works. Laptop and IPAD supplied where suitable.
• Vehicle: Company Vehicle supplied for works on specific network services; conditions apply.
• VESI training: if you don't already hold VESI, we'll get you onto it. We build our own crews and back them.
• VISA Sponsorship: RSGx offer Permanent Residency and VISA sponsorship for suitable candidates.

Propel Your Career Forward at RSGx!

If you are looking for your next opportunity and are committed to safety, quality workmanship, and delivering reliable electrical services, we'd love to hear from you.