Vegetation Technical Officer

We are currently recruiting aVegetation Technical Officerto join our team in Goulburn or surrounding depots. This role reports to theSenior Program Supervisor Vegetationand plays a critical role in supporting the execution and management of vegetation-related activities across Essential Energys network.

The Vegetation Technical Officer provides technical and operational support to internal teams and external stakeholders coordinates network access requests and ensures compliance with safety environmental and regulatory standards. This role is key to facilitating efficient delivery of vegetation programs and managing complex customer and stakeholder interactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare Network Access Requests and schedule network outages
• Provide advice on network design inquiries including upgrades and SAPS installations
• Prepare and execute Notice of Entry procedures and liaise with relevant authorities
• Engage with plantation owners and stakeholders to ensure safe access and planning
• Support third-party requests including rail applications and NPWS engagements
• Assist in resolving escalated customer complaints and complex issues
• Conduct audits of vegetation inspections and treatments to ensure compliance
• Coordinate site activities during planned/unplanned events
• Promote diversity equity and inclusion in alignment with Essential Energys Code of Conduct

About You

As a Vegetation Technical Officer you will bring strong arboricultural and network knowledge excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will be confident working independently and collaboratively to deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Required Qualifications/Skills

Required:

• Certificate IV in Business or equivalent experience
• Certificate III in Arboriculture
• Drivers Licence
• General Construction Induction Training (White Card)
• Maintenance of all required licences and authorisations

Experience:

• Utility vegetation management and arboriculture practices
• Understanding of electricity distribution networks and standards
• Experience with ICT systems and mobile devices
• Delivery of planned maintenance programs with contractors and internal teams
• Customer and stakeholder engagement
• Safety leadership and compliance

Skills:

• Contractor and stakeholder management
• Influencing negotiation and conflict resolution
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Effective written and verbal communication

Why Essential Energy

We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and 16.5% superannuation.
Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas Optus nib and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information.

For further information please review PD NET1471 and contact Jayden Lyons on.

Applications close on Tuesday 4 November at 11:55pm AEST.

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