High Voltage Maintenance Support Specialist

**Don’t come for an easy career. Stay for a rewarding one.**

At Santos, we do work that matters and always have. When you join us, so will you.

As an ASX 20 global energy company, we’re committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone.

To make it happen, we work as One Team and ask ourselves, “How can we?” (Even when others say, “We can’t.”)

We’re proud of our history as pioneers, problem-solvers, and pragmatists. And as we strive to achieve our Vision2040, we’ve got our sights set on a culture that is focussed and disciplined to drive value, and entrepreneurial and energised to leave a positive legacy.

The difference isn’t just thinking big - it’s delivering on it too.

As part of the team, you’ll tackle one of the most complex problems of our time. It’s no easy task, but nothing rewarding ever is.

**What you’ll do**:
Are you an experienced electrical specialist with a passion for high voltage systems and operational excellence?

Join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting field teams and optimising maintenance execution across Santos’ Onshore CSG assets.

As the Electrical & High Voltage specialist, you’ll provide expert technical support for the operation and maintenance of electrical and high voltage assets. You’ll lead improvement initiatives, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards to maintain our licence to operate.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead improvement projects to enhance high voltage network performance.
- Collaborate across Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to share protection system expertise.
- Manage changes to high voltage assets and protection systems.
- Provide technical support for troubleshooting and project scoping
- Act as the specialist focal point for maintenance execution and feedback to project teams.
- Ensure timely fault rectification with mínimal production impact.
- Manage protection system inventory and critical software requirements.

**What you’ll bring**:
You bring a strong background in high voltage systems and live plant operations, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration.

**Essential Experience**:

- Experience in high voltage or power generation industry working in live plant operations or commissioning.
- Deep understanding of AS 2067:2016 and AS/IEC 61850-6:2009 standards.
- Proven experience in troubleshooting protection relays and control systems.
- Strong knowledge of network and communication design and troubleshooting.
- Experience with Management of Change systems and industry codes/standards.
- Strategic Thinking & Change Support
- Team Effectiveness & Collaboration
- Commercial Orientation & Results Delivery
- Analytical Thinking & Process Orientation
- Expertise in Electrical Systems & Controls

**What you’ll get**:
Here, you’ll be amongst high-calibre people and get to work on industry-leading projects. We don’t shy away from solving tough problems at pace. We like it that way. You can expect to be challenged and supported; to learn and grow.

At Santos, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. This means a place that is safe; where you are valued and respected, and your contribution is recognised and appreciated. Join us, and you’ll play a role in this too. Each of our sites offer access to specific amenities that aim to create the best possible benefits to your health, wellbeing and performance.

**What you’re part of**:
Everywhere you turn you will be a part of a team who are coming together to contribute to our single uniting purpose - to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone

And because it’s not only what you do, but how you do it, you will also contribute to improving the living standards of the communities where we operate, building enduring and respectful relationships that serve a generation. It’s about each of us, and all of us - together.

**How to Apply**

Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system before **COB Tuesday 23rd September 2025.**

**Supporting a Diverse Workforce**

Santos acknowledges that we operate on the traditional lands of Aboriginal people. We recognise the traditional rights to maintain the culture, identities, traditions, and customs on their country. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are essential to our ongoing success.

We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.

Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander jobseekers are strongly encouraged to apply.