Cable Jointer (Relocation to Australia with Visa Sponsorship)

Brunel International UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking experienced Cable Jointers ready to relocate to Western Australia. This role involves constructing and maintaining transmission networks while ensuring safety and quality. Applicants should have a UK Cable Jointer Trade Qualification and the ability to complete tasks in a timely and safe manner. Competitive salary package with relocation support available.

Benefits

$15,000 relocation support

Visa costs covered

Overtime meal allowance

Extra leave options

High-voltage work allowance

Qualifications

• Recognised UK Cable Jointer Trade Qualification.
• Experience in fault finding and network restoration.
• Full UK Driving Licence, convertible to HR Class Licence.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain transmission and distribution networks.
• Respond to faults to minimize disruptions.
• Participate in pre-job planning to mitigate risks.

Skills

UK Cable Jointer Trade Qualification

Competency in live line work

Fault finding

Network restoration

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering

City & Guilds Level 2

Job description

Brunel is partnering with Western Power to recruit experienced UK Cable Jointers who are ready to relocate to Western Australia

Your Role in Action

As a Cable Jointer, you’ll be responsible for constructing and maintaining Western Power’s transmission and distribution networks, responding quickly to faults to minimise disruptions, and ensuring quality, safety, and reliability across the grid.

Attend and rectify faults to restore supply quickly.

Complete construction and maintenance to Western Power standards.

Participate in pre-job planning to identify and mitigate risks.

Maintain strong customer relationships while representing Western Power in the field.

You’ll work a 37.5-hour week (Monday to Friday) — giving you the balance to enjoy life outside of work, with overtime opportunities available for those who want to earn more.

What You’ll Bring

Recognised UK Cable Jointer Trade Qualification — such as a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering (Distribution and Transmission), City & Guilds Level 2 or equivalent.

Competency in live line work, fault finding, and network restoration.

Full UK Driving Licence, with the ability to convert to a Western Australia ‘HR’ Class Licence upon relocation.

Switching experience (HOU / LOU or equivalent) is highly regarded, demonstrating your ability to operate safely within live network environments.

Earning Potential

Earn up to $180,000k aud + per year (excluding availability allowance). That’s before overtime or call-outs — which can boost your income by another $20,000–$40,000+ annually, depending on your roster and appetite for overtime.

What’s in It for You

• $15,000 relocation support + visa costs covered
• Base pay : $105,000–$135,000+ (Tradesperson levels)
• Site allowance : $2.50 per hour
• Availability allowance : Up to $82.57 / day (Mon–Thu), $165.13 / day (Fri–Sun), $330.24 / day (major holidays)
• Remote living allowance : Up to $150 / week
• Remote housing allowance : Up to $360 / week
• High-voltage or EHV work (were qualified) : $57.41 / day
• Tool allowance : $28.92 / week
• Electrical licence allowance : $52 / week
• Meal & travel allowances : ATO rates (updated yearly)
• Overtime meal allowance : $37.65 per meal
• Extra leave : Buy up to 4 additional weeks per year
• Regional benefits : Extra leave and loadings for eligible depots
• After 12 months of continuous service, you may also be eligible for support towards permanent residency (PR) costs, helping you make Australia your long-term home.

📍 Where You’ll Work

We’re recruiting for regional depots across Western Australia, offering a genuine country lifestyle with strong local communities. Opportunities are available in locations such as, but not limited to :

• Perth Metro Locations
• Balcatta
• Forrestdale

Power a Cleaner Future

Join Western Power and help drive Australia’s clean energy transition. You’ll be part of an innovative, supportive team working to deliver reliable, sustainable power to the people of Western Australia — now and for generations to come.