Substations Technician

At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in connecting electricity generators through our transmission network to the distribution network that power homes and businesses - We operate over 13,000km of high voltage transmission wires and 128 substations in NSW, VIC and the ACT. It is an exciting time in the industry as we are leading the transition to Australia’s clean energy future, with a growing network and the extra career opportunities that this growth brings.

**The Opportunity | Commencing in Role - October 2025 | Newcastle**

As a Substations Technician, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the reliability and safety of our high-voltage infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, fault finding, and commissioning of substation assets across our network. Your technical expertise will ensure our substations operate efficiently and meet performance standards.

Whether responding to system incidents, performing high voltage switching, or supporting major maintenance and construction projects, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, collaboration, and technical excellence.

**Comprehensive Training Provided** - You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed even if you haven’t worked within a substation before. Our structured training program covers:

- Fault finding, repairs, and maintenance of high-voltage substation equipment
- High Voltage Switching
- High Risk Work Licenses
- Installation and commissioning of electrical assets
- Understanding substation secondary systems and diagnostic techniques

**What We Offer**
- Career Development & Study Assistance
- Relocation Support & Assistance.
- Travel & Away from Home Allowances.
- Fully equipped vehicle supplied with the option of limited personal use where available + All Tools of the Trade included.
- 20 Weeks of Paid primary carers leave, or 6 Weeks Secondary carers leave. We put you and your family first.

**Total Package from $115,085** | Includes Base Salary + Field Allowance + General Purpose Allowance + 16% Superannuation

**What You’ll Do**
- Perform fault finding, maintenance, installation, and commissioning of substation assets.
- Develop and maintain technical capabilities for substation construction and repairs.
- Conduct high voltage switching and provide emergency standby services.
- Lead safety practices and prepare safe work documentation.
- Act as Crew Leader when required, ensuring safe and efficient task delivery.
- Document work progress and issues accurately in corporate systems.

**What We’re Looking For**

**Essential**
- Certificate III in Electrotechnology or equivalent Electrical Trades Course Certificate (electrician trade course).
- Familiarity and experience with “Wiring Rules” and other Australian Standards
- Flexibility to support on call/ afterhours requests and respond to system incidents (as and when required)
- A current Australian Driver’s License

**Desirable**
- NSW Fair Trading Electrical Supervisor Certificate or Contractor Licence.
- Ability to interpret schematics and wiring diagrams
- An understanding or willingness to understand Substation Secondary Systems.
- An understanding of diagnostic testing techniques for substation apparatus.

**What’s in it for you? Benefits & Perks**

At Transgrid, we empower our people with a well-rounded benefits package designed to support their personal, professional, and social well-being, helping them deliver their best work every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing such as free skin checks, flu shots and access to Fitness Passport.

At Transgrid, **safety comes first**. You always have the right to stop work if safety is ever in doubt. We value every team member’s health and contribution, and we’re building an energy future that’s cleaner, safer, and smarter.

**Applications close on August 1st, 2025 - With a start date of October 2025