Plant Operator

There's never been a better time to be in energy. And there's never been a more exciting time to be at Endeavour Energy.

More than 2.7 million people across New South Wales rely on us every day for the supply of safe and reliable power to their homes and businesses. We employ more than 1,700 people across our catchment, making us one of the largest employers in Sydney's Greater West.

We need talented people who care about one another and the work they do. Why? Because we're one of Australia's fastest growing networks, connecting 20,000 new customers each year, including the Western Sydney Aerotropolis. And when we power together, we go further, faster; towards a smarter, more sustainable future for us all.

**About the role**

Working as part of the team, your responsibilities would include operating various plant & equipment including Non-Destructive Diggers, Earth Borers, Lifter Borers, EWP's, and various heavy vehicles to assist in the construction & maintenance of our electrical network. Working normally in a team of 2 or assisting other larger workgroups to help deliver programmed works as required. Job tasks are completed in various outdoor environments including roadsides both rural and urban areas.

The role of the plant operator can include but is not limited to loading and unloading at the depot, site set-up and risk assessment, set-up and operation of various plant & vehicles as well as site assistance including shovelling and use of pneumatic tamper.

**On offer**
- 36 Hour week, 8 day fortnight
- Be part of a culture that focuses on care and performance; care for one another and for the customer
- Access a variety of opportunities to step up and lead in a rapidly changing sector
- Feel recognised and rewarded for your contribution
- Take pride in working for an organisation that provides an essential service and is playing its part in enabling the energy transition
- Access to training, personal development and career progression

**About you**

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to meet the following **requirements**:

- Be physically fit and have experience in carrying out general labouring and workshop duties
- Proven ability to work effectively in a small team environment
- Proven ability to adapt knowledge and skills to new items of plant
- Be available to respond to emergencies and after hours work when required
- Proactive attitude toward improving skills and qualifications so as to provide enhanced value to the company
- Be open to operating or learning to operate various types of plant or vehicles and be willing to assist crews on the ground

**Desirable **requirements:

- Hold a Workcover C2 crane ticket
- Be an experienced NDD operator
- Hold HC Drivers' Licence (or be willing to obtain licence)
- Have a good understanding of safe work practices associated with the installation and replacement of electrical assets
- Be authorised and have experience operating Palfinger/Hiab truck mounted cranes
- Have experience in working on live networks
- Be authorised and have experience operating a lifter borer and other various items of plant
- Hold Traffic Control, Traffic Management certificates and Dogman/Crane Chaser ticket

Applications close - **13 December 2024.**

**When we power together, we can achieve so much more.**

At Endeavour Energy, having a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us better, safer, and stronger. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, motivated, valued, included and respected.

Endeavour Energy is a critical infrastructure organisation and performs various background checks to evaluate the suitability of an applicant before making an employment offer to ensure the security and protection of its assets.

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