Powerline Workers

SA Power Networks; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Long-term rental accommodation support

9-day fortnight

Modern trucks and EWPs

Electricity bill reimbursement

13% superannuation

Job summary

SA Power Networks is seeking Powerline Workers to join field teams across South Australia, performing planned and reactive maintenance, fault response, and network upgrades to ensure safe and reliable electricity distribution.

With strong safety focus and opportunities across Adelaide, Clare, Murray Bridge, Wingfield, Holden Hill and Elizabeth, you’ll work in a supportive depot culture and benefit from relocation packages and long-term rental support.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Powerline or equivalent.
• Current Full Drivers Licence.
• Electrical Workers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive network works across metropolitan and regional environments.
• Perform fault response and restoration to keep power flowing.
• Carry out maintenance activities and network upgrades.
• Support emergency response work as required.

Education

Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Powerline or equivalent

Current Full Drivers Licence

Electrical Workers Licence

Job description

About the role

Powerline Workers play a critical role in maintaining and restoring SA Power Networks’ overhead and underground electricity distribution network, helping connect South Australians to a safe, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

Working as part of a field-based crew, you will deliver planned and reactive network works across metropolitan and regional environments. This includes fault response and restoration, maintenance activities, network upgrades, and emergency response work to help keep power flowing to homes, businesses, and communities across South Australia.

Safety is our highest priority — for our people, the public, and the communities we serve. A strong commitment to safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement is essential in everything we do.

We have multiple positionsavailable across our beautiful state including Adelaide CBD, Clare, Murray Bridge, Wingfield, Holden Hill and Elizabeth.

Culture & benefits

At SA Power Networks,you’llbe part of a team where our values shape how we work every day.

We keep everyone safe, collaborate with purpose, take the initiative, and rise to the challengeto deliver forour people,customersand communities.

We offer an environment that values safetyabove all, encouragesnew ideas, and supports you to grow your career while making a meaningful contribution to South Australia.

You will also enjoy:

• Significant relocation support package
• Tailored support securing long-term rental accommodation
• Work a 9-day fortnight
• Modern trucks, state-of-the-art EWPs, tools and equipment
• $900 annual electricity bill reimbursement
• 13% employer superannuation Same as Kiwi Saver (above legislated minimum)
• 20 days annual leave and 10+ days personal leave
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• Ability to purchase up to 20 additional days leave
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Automatic income protection coverage
• Excellent depot culture and strong social connections

Starting base salary: $101,494 AUD + additional allowances

About you

We’re keen to hear from Powerline Workers who have:

• Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Powerline or equivalent
• Current Full Drivers Licence
• Electrical Workers Licence
• A minimum of 2 years post trade working experience

About us

SA Power Networks plays a vital role in South Australia, connecting homes,businessesand communities to a safe,reliableand efficient electricity network.

We’reproud to be leading the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future,working closely with communities across the state toachieve meaningful change.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With a collaborative culture, strong developmentpathwaysand a commitment to innovation,you’llbe supported to grow your career while making a realimpact, connectingSouth Australians to a better energy future, today.

Diversity & inclusion

SA Power Networks is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from people of all genders,culturesand backgrounds.