At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate cranes and borers for maintenance and construction of power networks.
- Company: Join Service Stream, a leader in essential services across Australia.
- Benefits: Above market rates, nine-day fortnight, relocation support, and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse workplace culture promoting inclusion and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on energy supply while working with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: C6 or C2 crane licence and relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Service Stream's Power division is currently seeking an experienced Crane/Borer Operator to join the Ausgrid team based out of Wetherill Park.
About the Role
Working within the NSW Power business, you will be reporting into the Works Manager covering maintenance and construction works on the Ausgrid network. Scope of works will include timber and steel pole replacements, defect rectification, and emergency response. To be successful in this role, you will hold a C6 or C2 crane licence and relevant experience.
Nature of position: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Wetherill Park, NSW
Reporting Line: Works Manager
Key Responsibilities
As a Crane/Borer operator, you will be joining an excellent team that is responsible for constructing and maintaining Ausgrid’s distribution electricity network to maintain the integrity of the network in a safe, reliable, and affordable manner to ensure an uninterrupted supply to customers across the network.
Award and Compensation
Service Stream offers above market rates and appealing EBA and conditions which include a nine-day fortnight with RDO, 15% super, various allowances, and substantial overtime work. Service Stream is willing to pay relocation costs for the right candidate and encourages operators from interstate and New Zealand to apply.
About You
To be considered for the role, you must demonstrate previous experience working as a crane/borer operator, along with relevant training and HR licences. Day to day, you will be involved in the installation and maintenance of overhead powerlines carrying electricity to domestic, commercial, and industrial users. You will also demonstrate and possess the following:
- Strong understanding and appreciation of Health and Safety practices.
- Ability to meet individual project productivity & target costs.
- Hold a current licence to perform High Risk Work, Construction White/Blue Card.
- Share our commitment to the highest quality of workmanship.
- Desirable – Forklift licence, Chainsaw Ticket, Dogging ticket/s.
About Us
Service Stream, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy, and water networks in the telecommunications, utilities, and transport industries. We specialise in the design, construction, and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue-chip client base.
Service Stream is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, LGBTQI and other diverse groups to strengthen relationships and benefit our people, clients, and communities. Service Stream is a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment. We value the skills and experience of ex-ADF members and their partners and will strongly consider veterans who meet the key criteria for our employment opportunities.
Crane/Borer Operator in Sydney employer: Connect Sydney
Service Stream is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for Mechanical Engineering Graduates in Fortitude Valley. With a strong focus on personal and professional growth through structured learning, job rotations, and networking opportunities, employees can thrive while contributing to essential services across Australia. The inclusive work culture, combined with attractive benefits such as paid leave, discounts, and a share matching program, makes Service Stream a fantastic place to launch your engineering career.
