Transmission Line Advanced Riggers - Cert II

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by EnergyCo to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central‑west Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV), the design and construct (D&C) consortium, will design and build the Central‑west Orana REZ transmission project.

The new transmission network infrastructure will deliver at least 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity from 2028 to connect 7.7 gigawatts of wind and solar projects, which is enough to power more than 2 million homes each year.

Current Opportunity

Our Central‑west Orana REZ Transmission Project is currently seeking Transmission Line Advanced Riggers for the construction of 330kv and 500kv transmission lines.

Successful candidates will be required to travel to and live in Merotherie, NSW, working up to 12 hour days on a 2/1 roster.

Camp facilities include dry and wet mess, recreational activities room, covered sports field, outdoor sports field, gym, medical centre, BBQ areas, community room and an onsite convenience store, in addition to a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the Acciona Construction Australia NSW Transmission Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028.

Required Skills and Competencies

Minimum Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified Cert II - Transmission Line Construction UET20422
• High Risk Work Licence - Advanced Rigging
• Working at heights ticket
• Construction White card
• Experience assembling and erecting tower steel
• Experience operating brakes, winches and associated rigging equipment to position steel units.
• Experience assisting overhead transmission lines person/s to string overhead transmission conductors
• Full C class driver’s license at minimum and own vehicle
• Full Australian work rights without restrictions
• Willing to undertake a pre‑employment medical and police check
• Exceptional verbal communication skills and safety standards

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.