Transmission Linesmen

GenusPlus Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights paid from major capital cities

FIFO opportunities

Roster options: 3:1 FIFO

Roster options: 6:1 WA-based

Penalty rates after 8 hours

10.5 paid hours per day

Weekend penalties

Job summary

GenusPlus Group is seeking experienced Transmission Linespeople to join the Clean Energy Link North project in Western Australia. You will work with a specialist construction crew delivering 132kV and 330kV overhead lines, tower erection, and conductor stringing across WA.

Join a long-term program with FIFO options from major capitals and roster 3:1 or 6:1 WA-based. You will operate safely at heights and contribute to milestone-driven construction activities while upholding high safety and

Qualifications

• Certificate III ESI – Transmission Overhead (UET30621) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in high-voltage overhead transmission line construction.
• Experience in tower erection and/or conductor stringing.
• Strong understanding of transmission construction methods and safety requirements.
• Ability to work safely at heights as part of a crew.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Steel transmission tower assembly and erection.
• Conductor stringing, sagging and clipping.
• Installation of transmission line hardware and fittings.
• Construction of 132kV and 330kV overhead lines.
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings and plans.
• Working safely at heights and with construction crews to meet milestones.

Skills

HV transmission construction

Tower erection experience

Conductor stringing experience

Reading drawings

Safety at heights

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III ESI – Transmission Overhead (UET30621)

Job description

Join Genus on the Clean Energy Link North project delivering major transmission infrastructure across Western Australia.

05th November, 2026

Genus is delivering the Clean Energy Link North Project, one of Western Australia's major transmission infrastructure projects, supporting the connection of renewable energy into the state's electricity network.
We are seeking experienced and qualified Transmission Linespeople to join our construction teams on this major project.
This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term work on a large-scale transmission project involving 132kV and 330kV infrastructure, tower erection, conductor stringing and associated overhead transmission works.
Job details and Conditions

• Long-term project work on major WA transmission infrastructure
• POH: Major Australian capital cities and flights paid for
• FIFO opportunities with flights from major Australian capital cities
• Roster options: 3:1 FIFO (interstate) or 6:1 (WA-based)
• Penalties after 8 hours
• 10.5 paid hours per day
• Weekend penalties

About the Role
As a Transmission Linesperson, you will work as part of a specialist construction crew delivering new high-voltage overhead transmission infrastructure across Western Australia.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Steel transmission tower assembly and erection
• Conductor stringing, sagging and clippingInstallation of transmission line hardware, fittings and associated equipment
• Construction of 132kV and 330kV overhead transmission lines
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings and plans
• Working safely at heights and undertaking transmission line construction activities
• Working collaboratively with construction crews to achieve project milestones

To be successful, you will have:

• Certificate III ESI – Transmission Overhead (UET30621) or recognised equivalent qualification
• Proven experience in high-voltage overhead transmission line construction
• Experience in tower erection and/or conductor stringing
• Strong understanding of transmission construction methods and safety requirements
• Ability to work safely at heights as part of a construction crew
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork and quality workmanship

Recruitment Process Shortlisted applicants will be invited to speak directly with our Construction Manager to discuss their transmission experience, technical capabilities and suitability for the project.
Final hourly rates will be determined by the Construction Manager, based on qualifications, relevant skills and experience.