Leading Hand

22 hours ago


Council of the City of Sydney, Australia Consolidated Power Projects Australia Full time

- Multiple full time 6-12 month contracts available
- Working on various projects in NSW on an 11/3 roster
- Major projects. High earning potential.

Job Description

Who Are CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSE, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 700 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Construction

CPP is Australia’s leading provider of end-to-end substation solutions for utilities and the renewable energy sector, delivering design, installation, and maintenance services up to 500kV. Specialising in both greenfield and brownfield projects, we have successfully delivered over 100 HV substations nationwide.

As the country’s most experienced contractor in Balance of Plant (BoP) services, we have connected more wind farms and battery storage systems (BESS) to the grid than any other provider. Our one-stop-shop approach covering design, civil, manufacturing, electrical works, grid connection, and commissioning, ensures seamless project delivery.

The Opportunity

As one of our Leading Hands, you will work on industry-leading projects across the greater Sydney area and/or regional New South Wales. You will be rewarded with excellent working conditions under our enterprise agreement and have the opportunity to work on high-voltage substation projects that are contributing to Australia/'s renewable energy future.

Leading Hands will join a great team culture as part of our onsite construction teams and work collaboratively to deliver these major projects safely, on time and within budget.

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

- NSW Electrical License
- Sound knowledge of HV equipment
- Prior experience as a Leading Hand or managing an onsite team.
- Previous experience in the utility or industrial industry
- Although not essential, experience in substations, HV switching, HV testing, construction and maintenance will be highly regarded
- Transgrid training highly regarded

Be Rewarded at CPP.

At CPP, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to investing in, nurturing, and developing your talent, ensuring you have the resources and support to reach your full potential. With a strong history of providing clear career progression, we promote from within, offering pathways from Electrician, to Leading Hand, to Site Manager and beyond.

Benefits include:

- Highly competitive hourly rate + paid overtime (double-time) + travel & meal allowances (for regional work)
- Generous allowances and income protection scheme as per our Enterprise Agreement
- Travel to site on work time to ensure you/'re well-rested between shifts
- Further paid training options, helping you obtain important certifications as part of your role
- Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
- Access to a wide benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
- Free, comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
- Option to purchase up to two weeks additional leave for a better work/life balance

How to Apply:

To submit an application please upload your resume via the links provided.

For further information, please reach out to jbales@conpower.com.au; however applications will not be accepted via email.

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.

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