At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate and maintain electrical distribution systems, ensuring safety and reliability.
- Company: Zinfra, a leader in Australia's energy and utilities infrastructure.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, vehicle discounts, and recognition programs.
- Other info: Diverse workplace welcoming all backgrounds and perspectives.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team making a real impact on Australia's energy transition.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical networks and relevant qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering an annual portfolio of more than $1.2 billion, our work helps keep energy flowing safely and reliably to communities across Australia while supporting the nation’s energy transition.
We are currently looking for an Electrical Network Operator to join our team as a permanent employee based at our Broadmeadows depot. As an Electrical Network Operator, you'll contribute to the safe and cost-effective operation, construction, and maintenance of the Electrical Distribution System of the Jemena Electricity Network (JEN).
Key Responsibilities:
- Operating zone substation and distribution electrical equipment, including planned and emergency switching activities on JEN.
- Issuing Electrical Access Authorities and associated operational documentation to support safe network access.
- Testing and commissioning of new &/damaged apparatus.
- Providing Network Operations Control (NOC) relief activities.
- Interpreting high voltage and low voltage network diagrams, operating schematics and construction drawings.
The role requires the Electrical Network Operator to work rostered shift work/availability and to work overtime to allow planned/unplanned network switching to be performed, providing emergency response to the Jemena network.
The successful applicant will require experience working on electrical networks, with the ability to carry out switching activities, support fault response and restoration, and interpret electrical diagrams and drawings.
Qualifications:
- Advanced Diploma of ESI Power systems, Cert III Electrotechnology or equivalent qualification and a current Australian Driver's Licence.
- A strong commitment to safety, with experience working under safe systems of work and following network access, permit and authority processes.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to complete operational paperwork, work closely with field crews, and share knowledge and experience with other team members.
We are a certified family-friendly workplace and offer a range of benefits that support our people at work and outside it, including flexible and hybrid working arrangements, recognition through our Incentivise program, novated leasing, EV subscriptions and vehicle discounts.
We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, because broader perspectives strengthen our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We welcome applications from everyone, including First Nations peoples, veterans, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
During the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks, including a pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.
Electrical HV Network Operator in Broadmeadows employer: Zinfra PTY Ltd.
Zinfra PTY Ltd. is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation in the energy and infrastructure sector. Based in Canberra, employees benefit from a supportive environment that fosters professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, while also being part of impactful projects with major clients like Evoenergy. The company values safety and quality, ensuring that team members are equipped to deliver exceptional results in a rewarding and meaningful role.
