Urgent System Operations Planner

At CitiPower and Powercor we’re proud to deliver electricity to 2 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people.

We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we’re committed to supporting you, your career and wellbeing.

As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand.

If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us.

About the Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to join our Network Access team in a 12-month fixed term role in a full-time capacity based at our Melbourne CBD or Burnley office.

In this role you will assess, prioritise and accept applications for planned access to the electricity networks across limited transmission, sub-transmission, distribution and low voltage and for producing detailed switching instructions in the Distribution Management System to provide safe access to these networks.

In addition, this role provides operational advice to other business units, external operating authorities and customers and supports improvements in processes and performance.

Responsibilities

- Review and accept network access requests to avoid conflict, maximise system security and workforce allocation
- Produce clear and concise operational instructions
- Provide advice and direction to internal personnel, external operational authorities and major customers
- Create and maintain standard switching instructions
- Consider contingency plans and risk management measures when planning for network outages
- Notify customers of planned outages, ensuring the business meets its regulatory obligations
- Ensure planned outages comply with business & regulatory requirements

Requirements

- Certificate of Technology (Electrical)/ Certificate IV Electrical/ Associate or Advanced Diploma Electrical Engineering or equivalent tertiary based qualification
- Experience in processing and planning of networking access applications including writing of switching instructions, for limited transmission, sub-transmission, distribution and low voltage assets
- Very good working knowledge of the electrical distribution network, including CBD, Urban & regional networks, Sub transmission, Distribution HV & LV and Protection Schemes
- Working understanding of VESI & Company Operating procedures
- IT Systems knowledge – SCADA, ADMS, GIS, OMS, EDNAR, NOS
- Good understanding of relevant regulatory codes
- Understanding of construction & maintenance work methods including Z/Substation work & Live Line
- Ability to communicate complex operational issues to both technical & non-technical people

We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability.

We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be.

CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. By making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.

If you possess the required skills and experience and you are looking for a fantastic career opportunity, please submit your application by 8 October 2025.

We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

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