Powerline Worker (Distribution)

SA Power Networks; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13% superannuation

17.5% leave loading

x2 time over time

Nationally recognised training

Leadership and career development opportunities

Paid parental leave

Job summary

An electrical company in Australia is seeking a Powerline Worker to maintain and construct distribution assets. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and hold the necessary SA Electrical Workers Licence. This role includes both overhead and underground work, with opportunities for overtime and career development in a supportive environment. The majority of work will be based in Adelaide, but occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to working safely.
• Ability to learn new skills and adapt to changes in standards, systems, and technologies.
• Current SA Electrical Workers Licence for Distribution work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and construct SA Power Networks distribution assets.
• Perform high voltage switching and live line tree trimming.
• Work overtime and availability duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety commitment

Problem-solving

Education

SA Electrical Workers Licence

Current driver's licence

Tools

HV/LV switching

Job description

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72-hour/9-day fortnight + opportunity for overtime

13% super | 17.5% leave loading | x2 time over time | Income Protection

Nationally recognised training and ongoing potential for career development

Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide - and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.

The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.

At Enerven, we’re connecting you with tomorrow.


About the role

Our Distribution Services team is responsible for maintaining and constructing SA Power Networks distribution assets - both overhead and underground on Low Voltage, 11KV and 33KV lines (poles, wires, Transformers, High Voltage switches etc.). This includes live low voltage maintenance and construction, high voltage switching and live line tree trimming, as well as project work such as conductor replacement, new line builds, new transformers etc.

Due to the ongoing growth of our Distribution Services team, we have multiple permanent Powerline Worker positions available in South Australia.

Day to day you will:

• Maintain and construct SA Power Networks distribution assets - both overhead and underground on Low Voltage, 11KV and 33KV lines (poles, wires, TF’s, HV switches etc.)
• Live low voltage maintenance and construction?
• High voltage switching
  

The standard fortnight is 72hrs, with 1 rostered day off per fortnight. You will be required to work overtime from time to time (all overtime paid at double time) and perform availability duties.

The majority of work is in the Adelaide area, but there will be requirements to work away from home occasionally (travel/living away from home allowance applies).

This role will be based out of our St Marys depot.


About you

You will bring a strong commitment to working safely, and the ability to learn new skills and adapt to changes in standards, systems, and technologies. You are a team player who encourages others to collaborate and find solutions, rather than problems.

Essential requirements include:

• Current SA Electrical Workers Licence for Distribution work (or the ability to apply under mutual recognition)
• Current drivers’ licence (HR licence would be beneficial)
• HV/LV switching experience?is highly desirable (but not essential)
  

About us

The work behind the network
When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.

A skilled and diverse workforce
Our broad industry skillset enables us to meet complex challenges with agility and expertise. Our team is at the forefront of change - building a more sustainable future by connecting Australia with tomorrow.

Outstanding culture of safety and well-being
Health, safety and well-being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the community we serve.

Excellent employee benefit programs
Enjoy working conditions that ensure you can have a better work, life balance, all in a collaborative, safe and supportive work environment. Access a variety of employee benefits including:

• 72hr / 9day fortnight
• Overtime at x2 time + LAFHA when working away
• Excellent working conditions (including modern trucks and state of the aft EWPs) with a supportive leadership team
• Nationally recognised training
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• 13% superannuation
• Leadership and career development opportunities
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
• Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
• Paid parental leave
  

An inclusive and equal opportunity organisation
We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.


Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at [e-mail]

Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, Utilities, and Construction

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