Transmission Linesperson/Live Line Linesperson

Love working in the field? Join our team as a Transmission Linesperson/Live Line Linesperson and help us power Queensland’s future.

Your future is Energy Queensland

Every time a light turns on or new energy solutions are created, it’s because of us. At Energy Queensland, we’re making big changes to power up Queensland’s future, and we need people like you to help make it happen.

Energy Queensland and our brands: Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Retail, and Yurika – are leading the charge in delivering reliable power to over 2 million customers across Queensland and beyond.

As a Transmission Linesperson/Live Line Linesperson, you’ll be part of a team that keeps Queensland connected and powers communities every day. With us, you’ll gain the skills and opportunities to build a future you’re proud of.

Your opportunity

As a Transmission Linesperson/Live Line Linesperson based at Brisbane, Rockhampton, or Townsville you are responsible for the completion of overhead maintenance and construction tasks using Transmission Lines skills.

Here’s how you’ll do it:

• Tasks include a high level of manual activity, data capture and fault diagnosis, while working at heights to ensure the integrity of electricity supply in Queensland.
• Your duties will be performed in line with your skills, experience and accreditation including live-line and barehand work.
• You will be responsible for the care and safe use of assigned vehicles/plant, tools/equipment, and hazardous substances to ensure successful completion of allocated tasks.

The remuneration for your new role starts from $118,892 per annum + allowances + 14.75% superannuation.

What’s on offer? 

At Energy Queensland, we believe in supporting every aspect of your career and personal life. Here’s what you can expect:

• Feel safe and supported: A safety-first culture and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• Field role perks:

– Overtime paid at double time.
– Allowances for experienced technical and power workers.
– Allowances for working a continuous away roster including extra leave
– Additional remuneration for field leadership roles.

• More time for you: Achieve a healthy work-life balance on a 72-hour, 9-day fortnight roster.
• Relocation: family friendly package available to successful applicants.

What you’ll bring

You will have well-developed interpersonal skills to build strong working relationships with team members and external customers.

• Qld Electrical licence as a Linesperson or Live Line Linesperson.
• Ability to obtain and maintain relevant QLD High Risk Work Licence, and Rigger’s licence.
• Current ‘C’ class open Drivers Licence is essential.
• Ability to travel extensively to undertake work.
• Availability for call out and emergency work.
• The position will be required to work in exposed conditions, confined spaces and at heights.

We’d also love you to have:

• Authorisation of a Live Line Linesperson to the appropriate level.
• Experience as Transmission linesperson on transmission systems and an ability to work within a live line team (Distribution experience will be considered).
• Knowledge and ability to coordinate overhead/underground construction, operation and maintenance, and associated activities with demonstrated relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to ensuring compliance with Workplace Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of construction task management with demonstrated communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to gain/hold certification as bare hand live linesperson.

What matters most? For us, it’s our values:
We’re Safe – We Belong – We Grow – We Deliver.
If you’re going to be a part of our team, these should matter to you, too.

Why Energy Queensland?

At Energy Queensland, your career will always be moving forward. You’ll get hands-on experience that sets you up for the future, working with people who are ready to share their skills and help you grow.

Here, what you do really matters. Your work will make a difference to millions of lives across Queensland, and you’ll feel proud to be part of something bigger.

The future of energy is here. It just needs you.

If you’re ready to be part of shaping Queensland’s energy future, apply now with your resume!

Applications close 5.00pm (AEST), Sunday 15 December 2024.

Need more info? Contact:

Conor Mitchell, Recruitment Advisor, at conor.mitchell@energyq.com.au or Yolanda Manciagli, Recruitment Advisor, at yolanda.manciagli@energyq.com.au

You will be required to complete a pre-employment medical or respond to pre-employment medical questions.

We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.   Click here to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.

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