Electrical Technician

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Technician to join our Assets and Operations team in Tweed Heads.

**We are unique**

Join an organisation that values your voice, empowers your autonomy, recognises the strength in diversity, and prioritises your well-being while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry's future.

**About the role**

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Technician to join our Assets and Operations team in Tweed Heads.

As an Electrical Technical you will be responsible for the delivery of a range of technical works encompassing the maintenance, construction, inspection and operation of equipment related to energy Transmission and Distribution systems.

**About the Tweed**

A stunning region that embraces the Tweed Coast, Tweed Valley and Tweed River. Discover sparkling seaside spots, riverside towns and hinterland villages with endless things to do. From ancient forests and nature trails to culinary moments and art that inspires it is all found in The Tweed.

**About You**

As an experienced Electrical Technician, you bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to the table. Your background includes:

- Application of Electrical Technician trade skills in the energy Transmission and Distribution environment.
- Extensive experience in selecting, testing, fault finding, repair, and maintenance of Electrical infrastructure.
- Proficiency in High and Low Voltage switching and permit issuance.
- A commitment to audits and safety processes, ensuring compliance with business requirements.
- Implementation of enterprise WHS and Environmental procedures.
- Adherence to business and industry standards, contributing to the role of an Electrical Technician.

Your skills extend beyond technical expertise:

- Effective problem-solving during unplanned events.
- The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
- Basic computer proficiency relevant to the role. Strong interpersonal skills, enabling professional communication with stakeholders and customers.

**Required Qualifications**
- Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (plus Qualified Supervisors Certificate) or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications
- Drivers Licence
- Qualified Supervisors Certificate
- WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Cert
- Attainment and ongoing successful maintenance of all regulatory, industry and business required licences, authorisations and other such certificates deemed necessary for the role

**Desirable**
- First Aid - Elevated Work Platform - Traffic Control - Crane borer - Dogman - Forklift - Chemical awareness, handling and storage - Manual Handling - Environmental Awareness - Switching knowledge - Sub Station entry authorisation

**Why Essential Energy**

We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience, relocation allowance and 16% superannuation.

For information on our employee benefits (such as overtime and penalty rates, tools and relocation assistance) please visit our careers page.

**We are proud to be recognised as a **WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women **.**

Working with a regionally focused organisation requires a diverse mindset. Wellbeing, development and delivering tangible value are all core to our purpose as we connect and power the regional and rural communities of NSW and parts of southern QLD.

Joining Essential Energy means you are the type of person where camaraderie, supporting your colleagues and balance in your life are all important.

Our culture is diverse, respectful and one where you have a voice which is heard. We know we can only be successful in supporting the customers who depend on us if we work together.

For further information please contact **Matthew Blacka, Senior Resource Supervisor on 0439 461 975.**

Applications close on **Tuesday 19 March 2024 at 11:55 pm
**Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart.**

**Building a better energy future.
- As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees._