Distribution Lineworker

Ausgrid; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 1 635 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricity distribution company seeks a dedicated Lineworker to ensure the safety and reliability of overhead network assets. The successful candidate must hold a Qualified Line Worker Cert III and a Class MR drivers licence, along with proven experience in the electrical trade. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary package and various employee benefits, including parental leave and study assistance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Salary sacrificing electric vehicles

Discounted corporate health insurance

Access to Fitness Passport

Study assistance and training

Qualifications

• Qualified Line Worker Cert III in ESI Power Systems or equivalent.
• Experience in an electrical trade within the electricity distribution industry.
• Class MR drivers licence is required.
• Relevant statutory training and Electrical Safety Rules accreditation.
• Good knowledge of safe working practices and network standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and reliability of overhead network assets.
• Inspect, install, and maintain overhead network infrastructure.
• Prepare work sites and liaise with key contacts.
• Resolve customer complaints effectively.
• Participate in emergency restoration work.

Skills

Qualified Line Worker Cert III in ESI Power Systems

Proven experience in an electrical trade role

Class MR drivers licence

Electrical Safety Rules accreditation

Knowledge of safe working practices

Job description

Overview

Base: $94,582 base, 16.5% super a fortnightly RDO. Permanent Full-time role. Working Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Based at our Wallsend Depot.

About Ausgrid

Were the largest distributor of electricity on Australia’s east coast which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. Were here at the heart of the energy transition and were driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.

Its an exciting new chapter for our company with each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver store and use electricity. As we continue to grow were in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.

Everyones job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. Were committed to fostering a diverse respectful and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

See yourself working here

As a Lineworker your role is crucial in ensuring the safety reliability sustainability and affordability of our overhead network assets for our valued customers.

Working to the highest standards of quality cost and time your dedication to safety is paramount as you inspect install and maintain overhead network infrastructure and electrical equipment. From structures to cables your expertise ensures smooth operations near live electrical apparatus.

Your responsibilities extend to preparing work sites liaising with key contacts resolving customer complaints interpreting technical documentation and participating in emergency restoration work.

What you bring to the role

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills but your passion attitude and alignment to our core values.

To be successful you will have the following skills & experience :

• Qualified Line Worker Cert III in ESI Power Systems (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in an electrical trade role within the electricity distribution or related industry including experience in line work
• Class MR drivers licence
• Electrical Safety Rules accreditation and other relevant statutory training
• Sound knowledge of relevant statutes regulations and procedures such as safe working practices network standards and codes of practice

Life at Ausgrid

At Ausgrid we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport our benefits support your work here and your life out there.

Celebrate achievements every day through our employee recognition program designed to inspire excellence and bring out the best in one another. Looking to grow professionally Weve got you covered with study assistance secondments training and mentors whose advice youll keep wherever you go.

Were proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if youre caring for elderly parents our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid its all about supporting you in every aspect of life.

If you require support with your application / reasonable adjustments for the interview process please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team .

Application close date : 31 October 2025 (please note this date is subject to early closure)

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.

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Employment Details

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1