Network Investigation Technician

3 days ago


Kewdale, Australia Western Power Full time

**Network Investigation Technician**:

- Location: Kewdale, WA, AU, 6105
- 17 Jan 2025

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting technical investigation of network faults. To investigate, identify and resolve moderate to complex network issues associated with the LV and HV network, including power quality, electric shock investigations and conducting network switching operations.

This role is based at our Kewdale Depot.

**Your Role in Action**
- Take personal accountability for safety in the work environment and ensure safe work practises are followed and a safe work environment maintained.
- Plan for work in advance and adapt plan when resources are pulled away for other business priorities or system conditions change.
- Progress process improvement initiatives to achieve optimal service delivery and safety initiatives by identifying and evaluating opportunities for performance improvement.
- Conduct planned and unplanned LV and HV network switching including emergency fault response activities.
- Operate within defined business processes and policies and comply with all legal requirements.
- Take personal accountability for work performance and be open to other contributions. Work cooperatively within the team and across Western Power.

**What Makes You a Great Fit**
- “A” grade WA Electrical Workers License endorsed for Electrical Fitting / Mechanic - essential.
- Possess Cert III (ESI Distribution / Transmission Overhead / Power Systems Distribution Cable Jointing) and/or Electrical Trade Certificate, and hold a current WA Electrical Workers License.
- A minimum of 5 + years advanced technical experience within a particular discipline, preferably in the Networks business. Hold all appropriate industry licences or certificates of competency in accordance with the Energy Safety Act 2006.
- Hold all appropriate industry licences or certificates of competency especially substation inspection, testing, maintenance and repair
- Flexibility to work in a 24/7 environment
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work alone or within a team environment
- Knowledge of field practices, procedures, engineering standards and regulations applicable to the Section and Stream.
- Knowledge of distribution and transmission networks and supply requirements
- Knowledge of construction, maintenance and operations on the distribution and transmission networks
- Regulations and procedures applicable to the section and stream
- Experience dealing with external customers
- Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’

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.
- 9-day fortnight
- 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 three wellness leave days each year.

**Applications** **close on 31 January 2025



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