
Protection Technician
3 days ago
- $94,582 - $113,291 base + 16.5% Super + a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
- Permanent Full-time role | Working Hours: 6:30am – 3:00pm
- Based at our Oatley Depot
About Ausgrid – we're wired for good
We're the largest distributer of electricityon Australia's east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We're here at the heart of the energy transition, and we're driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.
It's an exciting new chapter for our companywith each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver, store and use electricity. As we continue to grow, we're in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.
Everyone's job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We're committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
See yourself working here
Reporting to the Field Supervisor, the Protection Technician will oversee the maintenance and commissioning of protection, automation & control equipment within distribution, zone and sub-transmission substations and networks. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety, reliability, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of our services for customers and the integrity of our network assets.
What you bring to the role
Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a thirst for knowledge and continual learning.
- Is resilient to change and willingness to learn new and unfamiliar technology.
- Takes pride in providing a quality service.
- Has a keen interest in working on technologically advanced systems in an ever-changing industry.
To be successful, you must have:
- Qualification in a relevant electrical trade (Cert III Electrotechnology or equivalent).
- A Class C drivers' licence.
- A WH&S Work Cover – General Induction.
- Experience in analysing electrical drawings (schematic diagrams is desirable).
- Sound computer skills for both office-based & industry-specific programs for testing, commissioning & interrogation of network assets.
Skills & Qualifications (Not essential but advantageous):
- Experience in fault finding & problem solving.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including control systems, instrumentation and automation equipment. (PLC, instrumentation, SCADA or other operating systems).
- Cert III, Cert IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma in relevant discipline (Power Systems, Industrial Electronics, Instrumentation etc).
- Proven experience in HV (High Voltage) Switching.
- Experience with Permit to Work systems.
- Demonstrated experience with a computerised maintenance management system.
Life at Ausgrid
At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.
Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other's best. Looking to grow professionally? We've got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you'll keep wherever you go.
We're proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you're caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.
If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team
Application close date: 7th October 2025 (please note, this date is subject to early closure)
Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.
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