Linesman (Overhead/G&B)

Randstad NV; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

LAHA options

RDO schemes

Randstad employee benefits

Job summary

Randstad Australia is seeking fully qualified Overhead Linesworkers for major EPC client to support power distribution on local networks across Victoria. Roles involve construction, maintenance and fault response with live or de-energised work, pole replacements, and EWP/dogging tasks.

Various locations available, including Living Away From Home Allowances, with strong safety and regulatory compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems is required.
• Valid network authorisations/inductions for relevant networks.
• HR/HC licence and White Card are mandatory.
• High Risk Work Licences (WP/DG/RB/RI) and safety certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance, asset replacement and fault response on distribution overhead networks.
• Carry out pole replacements, conductor stringing and transformer installations.
• Work live or de-energised per network safety rules and procedures.
• Execute high-risk tasks including EWP operations and rigging/dogging duties.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, switching schedules and task specs.
• Ensure all works meet safety standards and quality guidelines.
• Participate in on-call or emergency rosters as required.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Reading Diagrams

High-Risk Work

Education

Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems (Distribution Overhead)

National Construction Induction Card (White Card)

High Risk Work Licences: WP/DG/RB/RI

Current Heavy Vehicle Licence (HR/HC)

Tools

Elevating Work Platform (WP)

Dogging/Rigging Licences

Job description

At Randstad Australia, we are a leading recruitment and human resources partner, connecting skilled professionals with top-tier companies across the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We partner with Australia's major network operators and industry contractors to support critical power infrastructure, network maintenance, and the ongoing energy transition.

The Opportunity

Randstad is exclusively seeking fully qualified Overhead Linesworkers for our major EPC client who has stable work moving forwards in power distribution on the local networks

About Randstad Australia

At Randstad Australia, we are a leading recruitment and human resources partner, connecting skilled professionals with top-tier companies across the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We partner with Australia's major network operators and industry contractors to support critical power infrastructure, network maintenance, and the ongoing energy transition.

The Opportunity

Randstad is exclusively seeking fully qualified Overhead Linesworkers for our major EPC client who has stable work moving forwards in power distribution on the local networks

Locations

• Multiple Locations Across Victoria (e.g., Greater Melbourne, Regional Victoria, and interstate opportunities available)
• Travel/LAFHA (Living Away From Home Allowance) options available for specific project-based roles

Role & Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance, asset replacement, and fault response work on distribution overhead networks.
• Carry out pole replacements, conductor stringing, transformer installations, and hardware upgrades.
• Perform live-line or de-energised work in accordance with network rules and safety procedures.
• Execute high-risk activities including Elevating Work Platform (EWP) operations and rigging/dogging duties.
• Read and interpret electrical network drawings, task specifications, and switching schedules.
• Ensure all works strictly comply with safety standards, network procedures, and quality guidelines.
• Participate in on-call or emergency response rosters as required.

What You Will Need

• Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems (Distribution Overhead) or recognized Australian equivalent.
• Relevant Network Authorizations/Inductions (e.g., UE, Powercor, AusNet, Jemena, or interstate equivalent network approvals).
• Current Heavy Vehicle (HR/HC) Driver's Licence.
• National Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• High Risk Work Licences: Elevating Work Platform (WP) and Dogging (DG) / Rigging (RB/RI).
• First Aid, CPR, Low Voltage Rescue (LVR), and Pole Top Rescue certifications.
• Demonstrated experience in distribution overhead line construction, maintenance, and fault response.
• Unwavering commitment to safety and zero-harm workplace culture.

What's in it for You

• Competitive Pay Rates & Allowances - Excellent hourly rates plus overtime, shift penalties, and project allowances.
• Ongoing & Permanent Opportunities - Consistent pipelines of work with premier network partners.
• Flexible Work Arrangements - Opportunities ranging from local depot-based roles to regional project work with Living Away From Home Allowances (LAHA).
• RDO Schemes - Enjoy scheduled days off to support a strong work-life balance.
• Randstad Employee Benefits - Access to our exclusive worker discount program, wellbeing support, and employee assistance programs (EAP).
• Career Growth - Pathways into leading hand roles, network switching/operating duties (RSO/DSO), and supervisory positions.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.