Senior HV Protection & Control Tech – Substations (NSW)

Downer Group; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TOTV with ASX-listed organisation

Supportive team environment

Clear career pathways

Employee benefits

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking a Senior Protection & Control Technician to lead testing and commissioning of HV substations across NSW. You will support, mentor, and guide project teams through feasibility, estimating, completion and commissioning phases.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, travel across NSW, and a strong focus on quality documentation and safety standards. Experience in transmission switchyards and relevant Australian standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have 10+ years of HV protection & control testing experience.
• Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems is required.
• A Grade Electrical Licence is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Develop Inspection and Test Plans and Commissioning Plans for projects.
• Provide proactive support to Project Managers, Construction Managers, Site Supervisors, and testers during delivery.
• Ensure Test procedures are followed and recorded.
• Support preparation of documentation for bids and tenders.
• Provide budgetary targets to stakeholders.
• Mentor new employees and contribute to trainee development.

Skills

HV testing experience

Mentoring

Documentation

Budgeting

Strong communication

Autonomous work

Willingness to travel

Education

Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems

A Grade Electrical Licence (desirable)

Job description

Downer Group is seeking a Senior Protection & Control Technician to lead testing and commissioning of HV substations across NSW. You will support, mentor, and guide project teams through feasibility, estimating, completion and commissioning phases.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, travel across NSW, and a strong focus on quality documentation and safety standards. Experience in transmission switchyards and relevant Australian standards is essential.