Powerline Worker

Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide – and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.

The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.

At Enerven, we're connecting you with tomorrow.

About the role

Our Distribution Services team is responsible for maintaining and constructing SA Power Networks distribution assets – both overhead and underground on Low Voltage, 11KV and 33KV lines (poles, wires, Transformers, High Voltage switches etc.). This includes live low voltage maintenance and construction, high voltage switching and live line tree trimming, as well as project work such as conductor replacement, new line builds, new transformers etc.

Due to the ongoing growth of our Distribution Services team, we have multiple permanent Powerline Crew Leader positions available in South Australia.

Day to day you will:

• Lead the way on safety, calling out unsafe behaviours and demonstrating safe work practices at all times
• Maintain own truck and equipment
• Ensure all completed works carried out are to SA Power Networks standards and E-drawings
• Advise Team Leaders of work in jeopardy or not completed in a timely manner so intervention may occur if possible
• Ensure all correct compliance documentation from each job is captured and documented and returned to the team leader
• Ensure material bays are completely empty before leaving for the job site or make the storeman aware
• Monitor and mentor team members & Apprentices
• Give feedback to team leaders regarding works issued e.g. What went well and why, what could be better and how
• Ensure accurate and complete Toughbook recording for job sign off and timesheet entries

The standard fortnight is 72hrs, with 1 rostered day off per fortnight. You will be required to work overtime from time to time (all overtime paid at double time) and perform availability duties.

The majority of work is in the Adelaide area, but there will be requirements to work away from home occasionally (travel/living away from home allowance applies).

About youA will bring a strong commitment to working safely, and the ability to learn new skills and adapt to changes in standards, systems, and technologies. You are a strong and engaging leader who encourages team members to collaborate and find solutions rather than problems.

Essential requirements include:

• A Trade Certificate (Certificate III in ESI – Distribution)
• Current SA Electrical Workers Licence for Distribution work (or the ability to apply under mutual recognition)
• A minimum of 18mths trade qualified work experience
• HV/LV switching experience
• Current drivers' licence (HR licence would be beneficial)
• Exposure to leadership responsibilities a bonus

About us

Enjoy working conditions that ensure you can have a better work, life balance, all in a collaborative, safe and supportive work environment. Access a variety of employee benefits including:

• All overtime (over 75hrs per fortnight) paid at double time
• Generous living-away-from-home allowance
• 13% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions)
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
• 18 weeks paid primary carers leave
• Ability to purchase extra annual leave of up to 20 days
• Leadership and career development opportunities
• Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme.
• Salary sacrifice towards novated lease vehicle
• Corporate discount towards health insurance and gym memberships

We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

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