Field Supervisor

**Field Supervisor**:

- Location: South Metro Depot - Forrestdal, WA, AU, 6112- 13 Nov 2024Responsible for the daily supervision and coordination of operational field crews in conducting planned and unplanned network activities to ensures all assigned field-based work is completed in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner whilst maintaining the integrity of the network. To perform similar work to that of field crews, particularly in complex and time sensitive work activities or where operational needs are not met with current crew numbers. To ensure field crews are trained and in compliance with safety guidelines, inspecting work progress and meeting with appropriate stakeholders to discuss assigned work progress.

This role is based at our brand-new state-of-the-art South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located next to Tonkin Highway. Spanning across 120,000 square meters. With the latest infrastructure and technology, the depot empowers all employees to create that perfect work-life balance whilst operating in an inclusive and diverse workplace.

**Your Role in Action**
- In performing this role, the incumbent is required to contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, safe and caring working environment by taking responsibility for their decisions and behaviours aligned with Western Power’s Values, and the consequences of these
- It is key for the position to identify, attract, retain, recognise, and nurture talent through supporting professional development and succession planning to ensure business continuity and a high performing team with a deliberate team culture
- Ensure work of crews is delivered on time and consistent with organisational policies and standards
- Ensure resources are fully utilised and operating in the most efficient manner
- Maintain safety as a priority, ensure field crews follow safe working procedures and recognise hazards in complex machinery and a working environment that changes daily
- Have an intimate knowledge of how operational field-based work is performed similar to that of field crews, particularly in complex and time sensitive work activities or where operational needs required it
- Ensure prompt attendance of crew members to faults and isolate the network for repairs to maintain the integrity of the network and minimise customer impact
- In a Level 3 network emergency event and as required by the Incident Controller, this position **might** be required to take on the additional accountabilities within the Emergency Management Team (EMT)

**What Makes You a Great Fit**
- Relevant and current trade-based qualification in a discipline such as - Electrical Fitter / Mechanic Certificate 3, Trade Certificate or Distribution / Transmission Overhead or Certificate 3 Distribution Cable Jointer or equivalent
- At least 10 to 12 years demonstrated, extensive and broad technical experience in networks or transmission/distribution industry, including appropriate licenses or certificates of competency
- Highly developed teamwork and customer focus skills
- Demonstrated experience in the implementation and execution of operation plans
- A sound knowledge of networks construction maintenance and operations field practices
- Incident investigation skills
- Highly developed teamwork and customer focus skills
- Experience in negotiation, conflict resolution and managing public and stakeholder relations

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:

- Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
- The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
- Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
- An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
- An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
- In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.
- Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
- On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

**Applications** **close on 29 November 2024