Powerline Crew Leader – Distribution (HV/LV) & Safety Lead

Enerven; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

72hr / 9day fortnight

Overtime paid at double time

Modern trucks and EWPs

Supportive leadership team

Nationally recognised training

13% superannuation

17.5% leave loading on annual leave

Leadership and career development

Job summary

Enerven is hiring Powerline Crew Leaders to maintain and construct SA Power Networks distribution assets across Adelaide. You will lead safety-focused teams, manage live and de-energised work, and ensure compliance with drawings and standards.

Travel to depots at Ferryden Park and St Marys may be required, with a 72-hour fortnight and overtime paid at double time. Essential qualifications include a Distribution (Powerline) Trade Certificate and a current SA Electrical Workers Licence.

Qualifications

• Distribution (Powerline) Trade Certificate is essential.
• Current SA Electrical Workers Licence for Distribution work (or ability to apply under mutual recognition).
• HV/LV switching experience is preferred.
• HR licence would be beneficial.
• Leadership experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety practices and model safe work behaviours.
• Maintain own truck and equipment.
• Ensure works meet SA Power Networks standards and E-drawings.
• Advise team leaders of at-risk work or delays.
• Capture and return compliance documentation for each job.
• Keep material bays empty before leaving site.
• Mentor team members and apprentices.
• Provide feedback to team leaders on performance and opportunities.
• Record job sign-off and timesheets in Toughbook accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Distribution (Powerline) Trade Certificate

Job description

Enerven is hiring Powerline Crew Leaders to maintain and construct SA Power Networks distribution assets across Adelaide. You will lead safety-focused teams, manage live and de-energised work, and ensure compliance with drawings and standards.

Travel to depots at Ferryden Park and St Marys may be required, with a 72-hour fortnight and overtime paid at double time. Essential qualifications include a Distribution (Powerline) Trade Certificate and a current SA Electrical Workers Licence.