Plant Operator

Theres never been a better time to be in energy. And theres 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 1700 people across our catchment making us one of the largest employers in Sydneys Greater West.

We need talented people who care about one another and the work they do. Why Because were one of Australias fastest growing networks connecting 20000 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.

On offer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that values both performance and care. Enjoy the benefits of a 36-hour 9-day fortnight allowing you a great work-life balance. At Endeavour Energy safety comes first and we foster a strong safety culture where everyone looks out for one another. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services while taking care of our people our customers and the environment.

Youll be part of an organisation playing a pivotal role in the energy transition helping to power the future while taking pride in delivering an essential service. As part of our team youll have access to career progression professional development and training opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance in your career. Plus we recognise and reward the hard work and contributions of our people ensuring you feel valued every day.

About the role

Applications are now open for a qualified and self-motivated Plant Operator with one role based our Nowra Field Service Centre.

In this role youll work alongside dedicated colleagues operating a variety of plant and vehicles including lifter borers truck mounted cranes EWPs and other heavy vehicles. Your main tasks will be supporting the construction and maintenance of our electrical network operating machinery to assist crews in delivering programmed works. This may involve working alongside larger crews or as part of a smaller two-person team depending on the task.

Youll be working in a variety of outdoor environments from rural to urban areas and youll need to be comfortable with both general labouring duties and machinery operation on and near the electrical distribution network.

Flexibility is key as you may be required to respond to emergencies and after-hours work. Our safety culture is at the forefront of everything we do and we expect all our team members to adhere to the highest safety standards both on-site and off-site.

Endeavour Energy supports all our people in further training development and attainment of operating licenses and tickets.

About you

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

• HR truck licence
• Industry experience operating plant and equipment and a willingness to undertake training as required to build skills or attain appropriate licences and tickets.
• Physically fit and able to carry out general labouring and workshop duties.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a small team environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new plant or vehicles.
• Availability to respond to emergencies and after-hours work when required.
• Proactive attitude towards improving skills and qualifications to enhance value to the company.
• Willingness to operate or learn to operate various types of plant or vehicles and assist crews on the ground.
• Proficient in using mobile devices tablets (iPads) computers and other digital tools to access work instructions job packs and company communications.

Desirable requirements include:

• Workcover LF forklift ticket
• Workcover EWP ticket
• Workcover C2 crane ticket
• Experience operating a small tipper.
• HC Drivers Licence (or willingness to obtain one)
• Understanding of safe work practices related to the installation and maintenance of electrical assets.
• Experience operating Palfinger/Hiab truck-mounted cranes.
• Experience working on and/or near live electrical distribution networks.
• Experience operating lifter borers and other various items of plant.
• Traffic Control Traffic Management certificates and Dogman/Crane Chaser ticket

For further information please contact

Applications close 23 August 2026.

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