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About the job

We're currently seeking Fixed Term Electrical Technicians experienced in Linespeople, Protection Technician or HV Technicians to join our team for new opportunities in Western Australia’s Pilbara, South West, South Australia and Victoria.
  
These roles are ideal for someone with an Electrical trade background experienced in the above-mentioned fields and willing to potentially work a Fly in Fly out roster.

Depending on experience and qualifications you will be responsible for testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical protection systems to ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation, safe operation of high-voltage and low-voltage power networks and plant, isolation, switching, and restoration of high-voltage electrical networks and plant in accordance with approved procedures, safety rules, and regulatory requirements, construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of overhead and underground electrical distribution and/or transmission assets.

When you work for us, you get the chance to join nearly 50,000 people all driven by a common purpose – delivering a more sustainable world. We’re excited about the challenges ahead. If you ask us, there’s never been a more rewarding time to work in the energy, chemical and resources sectors. 

Who we are

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.

Right now, we’re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.

This role sits within in our Power Services division which provides operations and maintenance services to over 30 power generation assets across Australia. Guided by our vision – working together to deliver a sustainable and low-carbon energy future – Worley Power Services is a leading asset management partner for complex and critical infrastructure.

Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.
  
What you’ll do
  
High Voltage Technician – H.V Switching

• Perform high-voltage switching operations as per 5.18 MISR 1995, isolation, earthing, and restoration of electrical plant and networks in accordance with authorised switching schedules and operating procedures.
• Prepare, issue, control, and cancel access authorities, permits, and switching documentation in line with safety rules.
• Verify network status, conduct risk assessments, and implement appropriate safety controls prior to and during switching operations.
• Operate and monitor HV equipment including circuit breakers, isolators, earth switches, protection systems, and control systems (local and remote).
• Troubleshoot system faults and malfunctions,
• Comply with all Work Health and Safety (WHS), electrical safety, environmental, and organisational policies and procedures.  

Electrical Linespeople

• Construct, maintain, upgrade, and repair overhead and underground power lines, poles, crossarms, conductors, insulators, and associated equipment.
• Perform live line and/or de‑energised work in accordance with authorisations, procedures, and safety rules.
• Install and maintain distribution and transmission plant including transformers, switches, regulators, and ancillary equipment.
• Identify, assess, and control hazards associated with working at heights, near live electrical apparatus, and in public areas.
• Respond to planned outages, faults, and emergency situations to restore supply in a safe and timely manner.
• Liaise effectively with control rooms, supervisors, HV switchers, contractors, and team members to coordinate work activities.  

Protection Technician

• Install, test, commission, maintain, and fault-find protection relays, control systems, metering, and associated secondary systems.
• Conduct routine and non-routine testing of protection schemes in accordance with standards, procedures, and test plans.
• Analyse protection performance, identify defects or non-conformances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with commissioning of new plant, network augmentations, and protection upgrades.
• Interpret protection philosophies, schematics, wiring diagrams, relay settings, and technical specifications.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, test reports, settings files, and asset management documentation.
• Support outage planning and coordinate with control rooms, HV switchers, engineers, and field crews to ensure protection systems are fit for service.
• Analyse and troubleshoot protection system faults and malfunctions
• Repair and maintain distribution and pole top devices

What you’ll have    

• Accredited Electrical Qualification
• High Voltage Switching Operations – H.V training and Switching experience (Required for HV Switchers).
• Current A-Grade Electrical Workers License
• Demonstrated experience in protection testing, commissioning, or maintenance of electrical power systems (Protection Technicians)
• Experience in using relay testing equipment such as power system simulators, as well as primary test equipment. (Protection Technician)
• Certificate III in Power Systems Distribution or Transmission (or equivalent trade qualification) (Linesman).
• Current electrical line worker authorisations (Linesman).
• Construction white card
• High-risk work licences
• Current First aid and CPR certificates
• Sound knowledge of electrical safety rules, WHS legislation, and safe work practices.
• Willingness to travel.  

Why you should apply  

• Join a fun and inclusive, global team of professionals 
• Lead a dynamic, high performing team in a critical operational setting
• Work globally from the safety of Australia 
• Be part of a global company who is committed to all things related to health, safety and the environment.  
• Opportunities for personal and professional development and career growth.  

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success.

Please note that our recruitment process includes standard background checks, which may involve a pre-employment medical assessment. In certain cases, candidates may also be required to provide a valid police clearance certificate. These steps help ensure we maintain a safe and compliant workplace

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