Plant Technician - Electrical

Origin Energy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Energy is hiring for a hands-on electrical role at Shoalhaven Power Station. You will perform day-to-day electrical maintenance on live plant equipment in a live operating environment, learning and growing alongside a small, focused team.

You will bring an electrical trade qualification, a safety-first mindset, and an eagerness to learn about power generation. This role offers stability, development support, and the chance to contribute to Australia’s energy transition.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification
• Interest in power generation or heavy industry
• A strong focus on safety and doing the right thing
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a small team
• Good communication and a can-do attitude

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day electrical maintenance and inspections
• Help operate plant safely during normal and planned works
• Work alongside teammates and contractors on site
• Follow site safety rules, permits and procedures
• Spot issues early and help keep equipment running well

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Job description

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline – it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.

• Kick start an electrical career at a hydro power station
• Permanent role with learning, support and development
• Based at Shoalhaven Power Station

About The Role

Join a tight-knit team keeping Shoalhaven Power Station running safely and reliably. This is a hands-on electrical role where you’ll learn, grow and work on real plant equipment in a live operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day electrical maintenance and inspections
• Help operate plant safely during normal and planned works
• Work alongside teammates and contractors on site
• Follow site safety rules, permits and procedures
• Spot issues early and help keep equipment running well

What Will You Bring

• Electrical trade qualification
• Interest in power generation or heavy industry
• A strong focus on safety and doing the right thing
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a small team
• Good communication and a can-do attitude

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.

Function: Production Management