Apprentice Transmission Lineworker

Zinfra partners with companies across the utility and infrastructure sectors to deliver maintenance, operations, engineering, and construction services. For our partners our work is crucial to maintaining the safety and reliability of their electricity and gas transmission and distribution assets.

**About the role**
We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Transmission Lineworker to undertake a Certificate III in ESI Transmission Overhead over a four-year program which will enable you to obtain industry skills and knowledge under the supervision of qualified and experienced professionals, while also attending TAFE to complete your certification.

The location for this apprenticeship will be based at Geelong however approximately 85% of your time will be spent travelling intrastate for which you will receive a generous living away from home allowance.

During the program, you will be a valued member of our team and will participate in workplace and worksite rotations, experiencing a variety of work environments within the electricity supply industry which will enhance your skills and career development opportunities.

**You will be given the chance to participate in a variety of field activities which will include**:

- Construct, maintain and repair overhead assets to agreed network standards
- Operate and use plant, equipment and tools associated with the construction and maintenance of the network
- Installation and maintenance of overhead transmission conductors and cables
- Inspect overhead structures and electrical apparatus
- Test and verify transmission overhead installations
- General duties such as yard work, ground work at job sites, administration, traffic control (where trained) and warehouse activities.

This is an exciting time for our industry and we would love to be able to share this journey with someone who is committed and eager to learn.

**To be considered for this role you will have**:

- Prior completion of a Certificate II or III in Electrotechnology is preferred
- The ability to work at heights and an enjoyment of working in the outdoors
- Either have a current drivers licence or have obtained a drivers licence by January 2024
- A good positive attitude and a willingness to work as a team will no doubt see you succeed in your new role

Our people are our greatest strength and inspiration so having various flexible working options, paid parental leave and leave purchase plans amongst many other benefits are key foundational elements on which we have built our success. We are passionate about what we do and we are proud of who we are. Safety is the cornerstone of our organisation and respect for community and country is the keystone that locks in place our Group Values. When you join Zinfra, you become part of our diverse, inclusive and passionate team, where you can be your committed self.

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.

To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.

14 June, 2023
- Closes in 16 days (01/07/2023)
- Electrical, Electronics & Utilities
- Moorabool, Victoria