At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to assist in building high voltage transmission lines and ensure safe operations.
- Company: Be part of a leading energy infrastructure project with UGL and CPB Contractors.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health perks, and flexible work arrangements.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Australia's energy future while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: 5 years experience in overhead transmission lines and relevant licenses required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
The Project UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the ~140km western section of the Hume Link high voltage electricity transmission project.
Hume Link is a new 500k V transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states.
Hume Link is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.
The Hume Link West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500k V double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with Hume Link East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.
The
Role: We are looking for Assistant Overhead Transmission Linesworkers to join our Stringing crews.
You will play a key role in our transmission tower construction teams, working within an established crew on a large-scale infrastructure project.
This will be a full-time permanent opportunity on a FIFO/DIDO basis, based in Tarcutta, NSW.
All flights, accommodations and meals provided in brand new camps.
Key Responsibilities
- Climbing of transmission structures
- Upgrade and construction of new and existing assets
- Study and interpret technical drawings, network line diagrams and maps
- Liaise with Network Operator Inspectors and customers
- Complete comprehensive risk assessments
- Maintain work in progress plans
- Installing and maintaining conductors, aerial equipment, and underground cables
- Installing and maintaining all associated electrical supply equipment
- Attending to electrical breakdowns and emergencies.
- Adhering to site specific health and safety policies and procedures.
About you / Key Requirements
- Demonstrated 5 years' experience working on Overhead Transmission Line projects involved in Stringing and Conductor process – essential
- Construction Whitecard
- High Risk Work Licenses: Rigging, Dogging, EWP (over 11m) and Working at Heights
- Tower Rescue
- Any additional HRWL applicable to the role
- Trade Certification – Cert III ESI – Transmission Overhead or equivalent desirable
- UETDRTO016 – Installing Transmission Structure Hardware – desirable
- Ability to complete a pre-employment medical
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.
We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:
Benefits and Perks
- A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
- Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
- Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
- Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation
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Assisting Overhead Transmission Linesperson employer: UGL Pty Limited
UGL Pty Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation on the Logan Gold Coast Faster Rail project. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and the chance to lead high-profile infrastructure initiatives that contribute significantly to Australia's rail network. With a strong commitment to safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ), UGL ensures a supportive environment where your expertise in HV power systems can thrive.
