Senior Technical Officer - HV Metering

Hydro-Electric Corporation; Australia; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Exposure to diverse projects

Wellbeing benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Entura is seeking a senior technical officer with deep expertise in substation EHV, HV and LV metering installations, testing, maintenance and commissioning. You will deliver high-quality meter schemes across hydro power stations and substations while mentoring teammates and guiding project delivery.

You will prepare estimates and proposals for internal and external clients, support sales activities, and travel to diverse field locations.

Qualifications

• Electrical practitioner qualification or equivalent
• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent
• Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years' experience in testing and commissioning metering schemes for EHV/HV/LV installations
• Strong experience in primary and secondary energy metering testing and commissioning
• Experience with Omicron CPC100, CMC256 and Test Universe software will be highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Deliver meter installation, testing, maintenance and commissioning services across hydro power stations and substations.
• Prepare estimates and assist with proposals for internal and external projects.
• Support sales activities and capability development across the Power Group.
• Travel to field locations as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Mentoring

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Professional judgement

Education

Electrical practitioner qualification

Bachelor of Engineering

Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

Omicron CPC100

CMC256

Test Universe

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Job no: 498160
Work type: Permanent Full time
Location: Melbourne, Hobart
Categories: Engineering & Technical

About the role

You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality meter installation, testing, maintenance and commissioning services across hydro power stations, substations and customer high voltage sites. You’ll work with a broad range of internal and external clients, applying your technical expertise to complex metering schemes while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

You will contribute to major project delivery, support change and innovation, and help cultivate a strong safety culture. You’ll also mentor and coach team members, undertake technical reviews, and apply sound professional judgement across varied and complex work environments.

You will prepare estimates and assist with proposal development for major internal and external projects, while supporting sales activities and capability development across the Power Group. Travel to a range of field locations is required.

Base salary starting from $125,000 plus super

Employee Benefits at Entura

We offer a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. You’ll have access to:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development and ongoing learning
• Exposure to diverse and technically challenging projects
• Wellbeing benefits, including discounted health insurance and fitness programs
• A workplace culture that is inclusive, equitable and collaborative
• Provide high calibre, best-practice high voltage and high energy meter scheme installation, testing, maintenance and commissioning services across hydro power stations, TasNetworks substations and customer HV sites.
• Maintain metering work schedules and support effective project delivery.
• Provide technical reviews, guidance and approval of commissioning reports and project documentation.
• Offer technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members.
• Prepare project estimates and proposals for internal and external clients.
• Support compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards and risk management processes.
• Develop and support inspection and test plans, reports and work procedures.
• Provide field and technical support services for both internal and external clients.
• Electrical practitioner qualification, Bachelor of Engineering, Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering (Power Systems), or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in testing and commissioning metering schemes associated with EHV, HV and LV installations.
• Strong experience in primary and secondary energy metering testing and commissioning.
• Ability to work independently, solve complex technical problems and apply strong professional judgement.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computing capability and proficiency using Microsoft Office and automated test equipment.
• Effective collaboration skills and experience working across multiple teams.
• Mentoring and coaching capability.
• Strong influence and negotiation skills.
• Experience with Omicron CPC100, CMC256 and Test Universe software will be highly regarded.

About Entura

Entura is a specialist power and water consulting firm with deep expertise across the energy lifecycle. We combine technical excellence with a strong sense of purpose, delivering innovative solutions for clients in Australia and globally. Our work spans strategy, planning, design and construction, with a proud heritage in hydropower and renewable energy.

Our people are central to everything we do. We’re committed to an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace, welcoming applications from all members of the community. Flexible working options are available for every role, and our recruitment is merit-based to ensure fairness and diversity.

Entura is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or accommodation during any stage of the process, please let us know. For more information, or to discuss your needs confidentially, reach out to [e-mail].

Entura are seeking a highly capable senior technical officer with deep expertise in substation EHV, HV and LV metering installations, testing, maintenance and commissioning, and a passion for delivering safe, high-quality outcomes for clients.

Entura are seeking a highly capable senior technical officer with deep expertise in substation EHV, HV and LV metering installations, testing, maintenance and commissioning, and a passion for delivering safe, high-quality outcomes for clients.

Advertised: 03 Aug 2026 Tasmania Standard Time
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