Trainee Asset Inspector

CitiPower and Powercor; Horsham; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Purchased leave

15 weeks of gender neutral primary Par

health and wellbeing subsidiary

career development and planning oppor

exclusive discounts

Job summary

CitiPower and Powercor in Victoria are inviting applications for an Asset Inspection Trainee intake commencing February 2027. The 12-month program combines classroom training with field work to develop skills for the Certificate II in Electricity Supply Industry – Asset Inspection and Testing.

Trainees will travel across the network, work autonomously, and be supported to gain hands-on experience inspecting poles and overhead/underground assets while contributing to safer, more reliable power

Qualifications

• Live within 30 minutes or 50km from Horsham depot.
• Dedication and commitment to working safely.
• At least one prerequisite: Year 11 Maths/English, VCAL or VCE Vocational Major, or Cert 2 in Electrotechnology.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assess power poles and related assets across the network.
• Identify faults, defects and assess condition of poles.
• Categorise faults and contribute to safety and reliability of the network.

Skills

Willingness to travel frequently

Ability to work autonomously

Commitment to safety culture

Education

Year 11 Maths & English

VCAL or VCE Vocational Major

Cert 2 in Electrotechnology or equivalent

Job description

At CitiPower and Powercor, we’re proud to deliver electricity to over a million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly. We’re essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people.

About the role

Applications are now open for our Asset Inspection Trainee intake, commencing in early February 2027.

Asset Inspectors are responsible for inspecting and assessing power poles and associated overhead and underground assets across our network, with the key purpose being to identify and categorise faults, defects, and condition of the poles.

This Traineeship will run over a 12-month period, combining formal paid classroom training and field work to enable you to gain the skills, competencies and experience required for an industry recognised certification (Certificate II in Electricity Supply Industry – Asset Inspection and Testing).

The role requires someone who is comfortable working autonomously and is willing to travel frequently. During the Traineeship period, our Trainees are required to travel and live away from home in areas all across our network.

This role is covered by the Electrix Pty Ltd & ETU Powerline Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026.

Traineeship eligibility:

• Live within 30 minutes or 50km from Horsham depot
• Dedication and commitment to working safely.
• At least one of the following pre-requisites:
  • Units 1 & 2 General Maths and English (Year 11 equivalent); or
  • VCAL or VCE Vocational Major; or
  • Cert 2 in Electrotechnology or equivalent.
    • If you are currently completing a pre-requisite subject, you are eligible to apply, as long as it will be successfully completed by the end of 2026.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to consider applying, whether you are leaving school, TAFE, have experience working in a different industry, or if perhaps you have decided university is not for you. We look for motivated individuals who want to be part of a team.

Diversity, equity & inclusion to support a fair workplace for all

We are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities and ages are valued for who they are and empowered to do their best. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy (DEI), Reconciliation Action Plans and initiatives like Women in Power and Sparkle, our LGBTQIA+ allies network, we’re working to create equal opportunities for all. We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. Explore our partnership with Work180.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and strongly encourage First Peoples, women, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally and racially marginalised people and people with disabilities to apply. We recognise how people from marginalised groups can face extra barriers and self-select out of recruitment processes. With this in mind, we’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.

Beon, CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. By making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.

We’re proud to offer an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to grow.

• hybrid work options
• purchased leave
• 15 weeks of gender neutral primary parental leave
• health and wellbeing subsidiary
• career development and planning opportunities
• exclusive discounts

Visit our company website to learn more.

21 October 2026.

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