Senior Protection Testing Technician

LiveHire Limited; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Purchased leave

Discounted private health care

Wellbeing programs and employee-disoc\

Job summary

Ampcontrol's High Voltage Field Service team in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Protection Testing Technician to deliver protection testing, commissioning and maintenance across mining, utilities and infrastructure projects.

You'll install, test and commission HV protection systems, perform fault-finding, prepare test plans and documentation, and support clients with expert technical guidance on site.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification is required.
• HV protection system experience essential.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Safety and quality compliance critical to field work.

Responsibilities

• Install, test and commission HV protection systems.
• Perform routine testing, maintenance and fault-finding on HV relays and control systems.
• Conduct protection relay testing using standard equipment.
• Prepare test plans, risk assessments and commissioning documentation.
• Provide technical support to customers and team members.
• Travel to customer sites across Queensland and interstate as required.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Stakeholder communication

Safety adherence

Education

Electrical trade qualification

HV switching operations certification

LV rescue & CPR qualifications

Tools

Omicron testing equipment

Job description

Join Ampcontrol's High Voltage Field Service team in Brisbane and play a critical role in delivering protection testing, commissioning and maintenance services across Australia's mining, utilities, industrial and infrastructure sectors.

As a Senior Protection Testing Technician, you'll work on a diverse range of projects involving HV protection relays, substation assets, electrical infrastructure upgrades, commissioning activities and preventative maintenance programs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Protection Technician looking to further develop their technical expertise while working on complex and high-profile projects across multiple industries.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Protection Testing Technician, you'll be responsible for:

• Installing, testing and commissioning HV protection systems and associated equipment
• Performing routine testing, maintenance and fault-finding on HV protection relays and control systems
• Conducting protection relay testing using industry-standard testing equipment
• Preparing test plans, risk assessments, reports and commissioning documentation
• Diagnosing and resolving faults within protection systems and electrical infrastructure
• Providing technical support and guidance to customers and team members
• Assisting with project planning, coordination and execution activities
• Maintaining strong customer relationships through professional service delivery
• Ensuring all testing and commissioning activities comply with relevant standards, procedures and quality requirements
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, processes and technical documentation

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Electrical Trade Qualification
• Demonstrated experience working with HV protection systems and associated infrastructure
• Experience testing, commissioning and maintaining protection relays and control systems
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capabilities
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and protection drawings
• High Voltage Switching Operations certification
• Current LV Rescue and CPR qualifications
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and customer service
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to travel to customer sites across Queensland and interstate as required

Highly regarded:

• Experience using Omicron and/or Doble protection testing equipment
• Electrical Engineering Diploma or Degree
• Experience within mining, utilities, industrial or infrastructure sectors
• Project management experience or qualifications
• Forklift, EWP, Working at Heights and MR Licence qualifications

Employee Benefits

At Ampcontrol, we believe great work deserves great rewards. When you join us, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career growth, including:

• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• Paid parental leave to support your family
• Salary packaging options to help you make the most of your income
• Purchased leave for greater work-life balance
• Discounted private health care
• Wellbeing programs and employee discounts
• Education assistance and career development support

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