Multiple Positions – Power Worker (trade Assistant)

Multiple Positions – Power Worker (Trade Assistant)

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• Mareeba – Customer Service & Overhead Teams
• Attractive salary on a 9-day fortnight, applicable allowances plus 12.75% superannuation
• Multiple permanent opportunities to join Energy Queensland

There is no better time for you to work in the Energy sector, than now!

Ergon Energy Network, which is part of Energy Queensland Limited, is growing to help build the SuperGrid and support the 70% renewable energy target by 2032. The Energy Queensland group includes the Energex, Ergon Energy, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika businesses. Together we are the largest electricity network business in Australia, with assets in excess of $28 billion, supplying power to 2.3 million customers across Queensland. 

We have multiple permanent opportunities for Power Workers (Trade Assistant) in our Customer Service and Overhead teams located at Mareeba and are inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates.

The role:

As a Power Worker (Trade Assistant) in the Customer Service or Overhead team, you will:

• Be responsible for assisting tradespeople in performing support duties under general supervision including assisting in the construction, maintenance and associated activities on overhead/underground electrical network.
• Provide support as a safety observer and actively identify and implement risk control measures where needed.
• Drive and operate vehicles, plant, tools and equipment, while also maintaining and checking the operation of equipment.
• Monitor and maintain both material and stock levels, ensuring adequate stock is on hand.
• Possess the ability to follow directions and appreciate the physical requirements of carrying out manual work with the willingness to learn.
• Possess a HR or HC Drivers Licence (desirable only)
• Possess a High Risk Work Licence (forklift, dogman, rigger, EWP >11m) (desirable only)
• Possess a Vehicle Loading Crane and/or Slewing Mobile Crane High Risk Work licence (desirable only)

In addition, to become a member of the Overhead team, recent experience with a C2 crane/borer ticket in the distribution industry would be advantageous.

Critical to your success in the role is your:

• Demonstrated knowledge of an electricity distribution/transmission system, including construction and maintenance of the electrical network.
• Working knowledge of Electricity Act & Regulations, Workplace Health & Safety Act and Regulations, and other relevant statutory acts & regulations.
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills to develop good working relationships with team members and external customers. You must have the ability to identify and understand customer needs. 
• Available for call out or emergency work and overtime as required.
• Willing to travel to surrounding areas from time to time to undertake work. 
• Current ‘C’ class open Drives Licence. 

External applicants are required to complete a pre-employment medical.

For more information about these roles, click on the Position Description link located at the bottom of the page.

What we offer:

• Full-time career opportunity with long term secure employment.
• Attractive remuneration with yearly EBA increases + 12.75% superannuation.
• Professional development opportunities including career progression.
• Healthy work life balance on a 9-day fortnight roster
• Various leave options including gender neutral paid parental leave (14 weeks), volunteer leave and purchased leave.
• Access to free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Opportunities to immerse yourself in the community by participating in and/or supporting local sporting clubs and cultural events throughout the year.

The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the applicant’s knowledge, skills and competencies that are required in the position. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Energy Queensland Union Collective Agreement 2020.

To apply, click the Begin button below. Your application should include a current resume and a cover letter which highlights your experience and suitability for the role.

We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.

Click here to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.

To find out more about this tropical Queensland destination and its multicultural history, click Mareeba (queensland.com).

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