Overhead Transmission Linesperson

UGL Limited; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights and camp accommodation

Weekly pay

Flexible rosters

Safety training funded

Job summary

UGL Limited seeks experienced Overhead Transmission Linesworkers to join our stringing crews on a major project near Wagga Wagga, NSW. You will assist in tower construction, stringing conductors and maintaining critical electrical assets on a 2:1, 6:2, or 9:3 roster with FIFO access from NZ gateways.

The role requires a NZ Line Mechanic qualification (or equivalent), a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work at heights up to 80m. Camp accommodation, flights, and meals are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience on overhead transmission line projects.
• Experience in stringing and conductor installation.
• New Zealand Line Mechanic qualification (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Climbing of transmission structures.
• Upgrade and construction of assets.
• Interpret drawings and maps.
• Liaise with Network Operator Inspectors and customers.
• Complete comprehensive risk assessments.
• Maintain work in progress plans.
• Attending to electrical breakdowns and emergencies.

Skills

Line stringing

Conductor install

Safety compliance

Working at heights

Education

NZ Line Mechanic qualification

Job description

The Project UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the ~140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project. HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure. The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

The Role:

We are seeking experienced Overhead Transmission Linesworkers to join our Stringing crews in Australia. You will play a key role in our transmission tower construction teams, working within an established crew on a large-scale infrastructure project. The project is located near Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, with accommodation provided our Tarcutta or Kunama workforce camps. The working hours are 6am to 5.30pm.

• Climbing of transmission structures
• Upgrade and construction of new and existing assets
• Study and interpret technical drawings, network line diagrams and maps
• Liaise with Network Operator Inspectors and customers
• Complete comprehensive risk assessments
• Maintain work in progress plans
• Installing and maintaining conductors, aerial equipment, and underground cables
• Installing and maintaining all associated electrical supply equipment
• Attending to electrical breakdowns and emergencies.
• Adhering to site specific health and safety policies and procedures.

What's on Offer:

• Work directly with UGL and CPB Contractors, the principal contractors delivering the project
• FIFO available from all major airports across New Zealand
• Flights, camp accommodation and meals provided
• Flexible roster options to suit your lifestyle
• Competitive rates, allowances and weekly pay
• Daily overtime
• All required Australian licenses, training and industry credentials funded by us

Roster:

• 2:1 - 2 weeks on, 1 week off
• 6:2 - 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off
• 9:3 - 9 weeks on, 3 weeks off

About you / Key Requirements:

• New Zealand Citizen with unrestricted work rights in Australia
• Current driver's license
• Minimum 4 years' experience working on overhead transmission line projects, with demonstrated experience in stringing and conductor installation activities
• New Zealand Line Mechanic qualification (or equivalent)
• Comfortable working at heights of 50-80m
• Ability to work on FIFO rosters
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to site procedures
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply. We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

Benefits & Culture:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation