Lineworker - Fault Repair (Permanent)

About the role

Western Power is recruiting a permanent Lineworker for its Fault Repair team, based at the Balcatta Depot (about 10 km north of Perth in the City of Stirling). You will construct and maintain the distribution network and respond quickly to faults to keep the community supplied with safe, reliable electricity. The role involves working in various conditions and maintaining positive customer interactions.

Key responsibilities

• Construct and maintain the transmission and/or distribution network in a team environment, keeping it safe, reliable and affordable.
• Rectify faults promptly and isolate the network for repairs to minimise customer impact.
• Take part in the on-call roster.
• Carry out programmed construction and maintenance work.
• Build network infrastructure to design specifications and deal with day-to-day technical issues on site.

Required profile

• Certificate III in ESI - Power System Distribution Overhead, or New Zealand Electricity Supply (Distribution) minimum level 4.
• Demonstrated experience in constructing and maintaining the distribution network.
• Valid WA 'HR' class driver's licence.
• HOU and LOU switching is highly regarded but not essential.

What we offer

• Starting rate of $57.96 per hour plus allowances and casual loading.
• 9-day fortnight (RDO) and an additional on-call allowance.
• Secure permanent employment with ongoing training and development.
• Local work with the chance to be home every night.
• Up to four extra weeks of leave per year, three wellness leave days, 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave.
• Salary packaging, social club activities and discounted health insurance and gym membership.