HV Electrical Tester

UCS has been a leading provider in the electrical infrastructure space for over 30 years, servicing a range of companies to build future homes of Australians throughout the country. At UCS we invest for the future, to build a purpose-led high-performance organisation, where our people build lifelong friendships and long-term careers. We live our values and thrive in a culture of safety, respect, innovation, customers and growth that connects us to family and community. We are now seeking an experienced HV Electrical Tester to join our growing team at our Mickleham Depot.

Our purpose is 'creating sustainable connected communities'.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced HV Electrical Tester to be responsible for performing testing activities on distribution and transmission assets, including field protection devices, cable testing, and testing associated with equipment in terminal and zone substations. You will have extensive experience in testing of high-voltage (HV) cables both within and outside of the distribution network ensuring compliance with Victorian Electricity Supply Industry (VESI) Skills, Electrical Safety (General) Regulations, Victorian Service and Installation Rules and UCS Group safe work practices. You will work collaboratively with network operators, tie-in teams, and project managers to integrate testing into project delivery. Additionally, this role requires recording, interpreting, reporting on test results and provide technical recommendations. You will have strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication and interpersonal skills and a 'can do' attitude.

Qualifications and Licenses:

• Victorian Electricians Licence Essential
• Current for recent Network Authorisation with network operators Essential
• Certificate IV in ESI-Power Systems Operations or equivalent
• HV Switching, Access Permits, or Sanctions for Testing authorisations as required by the network
• Industry White Card Essential
• Drivers Licence Essential
• Demonstrated experience performing VLF and Tan Delta testing of HV underground cables
• Experience with tie-in and commissioning works within greenfield and brownfield projects Desirable

To join the UCS team, it is essential you have the following:

• Willingness to work effectively and efficiently with constructions teams
• Effective problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, good time management skills and ability to prioritise your workload
• Ability to work autonomously showing initiative to efficiently build projects
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• A strong safety-first attitude and awareness of high-risk environments

BENEFITS AND PERKS

We provide a fun, safe and quality working environment with a competitive remuneration package. Other perks include:

• Industry leading PPE provided
• Company vehicle and phone
• Supportive, family friendly workplace
• Fantastic workplace culture

HOW TO APPLY

To our people UCS is more than an employer, we are a large family community where people want to build lifelong friendships and long-term careers. If you want to find your dream role in a growing company where you are valued and have the qualities we are seeking, then please send your resumevia the APPLY button.