Zone Substation Electrical Technician
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are unique
Join an organisation that values your voice empowers your autonomy recognises the strength in diversity and prioritises your well-being while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industrys future.
About the role
We are currently recruiting for a Zone Substation Electrical Technician based in Orange.
The Zone Substation Electrical Technician is responsible for construction and maintenance of Zone Substations inspection testing and reporting the nature and condition of network asset and the installation commissioning and testing of associated zone substation and distribution equipment.
Key responsibilities
Construction and maintenance of Zone Substations
installation commissioning and testing of associated zone substation and distribution equipment
Carrying out switching operations associated with both high and low voltage engineering services
Inspecting testing and reporting nature and condition of network assets to maintain quality standards
Accessing and using computerised systems to operate remote equipment
Operating plant and equipment associated with zone substations in a safe manner
About You
As a Zone Substation Electrical Technician you will be able to demonstrate practical application of the qualification for this role. You will be capable of undertaking the coordination/management of construction and maintenance of zone substations and the installation commissioning and testing of zone substation equipment. This position will involve travel willingness to work away.
Required Qualifications
Certificate IV in ESI Power Systems Substation or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications
Qualified Supervisors Certificate
Drivers licence
WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate
Skills and Experience
Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Basic skills in computer operations
Sound communication and interpersonal skills to be able to communicate electrically in writing and liaise with stakeholders and customers in an amicable manner
Willingness to travel and work away from home
Experience in the practice of the technical and practical aspects of the Electrical Technician and Technical Officer roles
Experience in complying with and promoting the Occupational Health and Safety values of Essential Energys commitment to safety
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 employee benefits including relocation assistance health and wellbeing programs and various discounts through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Optus JB HI FI Mildura Health Fund and nib. For more information on our benefits please visit the employee benefits page.
We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.
Working with a regionally focused organisation requires a diverse mindset. Wellbeing development and delivering tangible value are all core to our purpose as we connect and power the regional and rural communities of NSW and parts of southern QLD.
Joining Essential Energy means you are the type of person where camaraderie supporting your colleagues and balance in your life are all important.
Our culture is diverse respectful and one where you have a voice which is heard. We know we can only be successful in supporting the customers who depend on us if we work together.
For further information please contact Hugh Davis Zone Substation Field Manager on.
Applications close on Friday 28 November 2025 date at 11:55pm.
Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart.
Building a better energy future.
Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender age ethnicity sexual orientation or disability.
As an organisation our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.
At Essential Energy we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to Essential Energy (including alternate formats of application forms or alternate ways for accessibility). To discuss adjustment requirements please contact or call us on.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Electrical Experience
- Industrial Equipment
- Industrial Maintenance
- NEC
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Renovation
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- High Voltage
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
