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There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Secondary Systems Engineer (Telecommunications) at our Perth Head Office on a permanent full-time basis.
About this role
As the Senior Secondary Systems Engineer (Telecommunications) you will be required to:
Undertake concept and detailed operational telecommunications design tasks of high complexity Prepare detailed and complex design scopes and estimates for the operational telecommunications systems component of the full range of transmission and distribution projects (of all levels of complexity) and coordinate with other specialist groups internal to Western Power Prepare detailed engineering specifications, analyse tenders, manage external design contracts and initiate purchase of equipment Provide engineering consultancy advice to internal stakeholders and external customers to assist them in options analysis, risk analysis, scope definition and implementation for the full range of transmission and distribution projects (of all levels of complexity) Review customer and external designs for compliance with Technical Rules and other legislative compliance requirements; Have significant input into new technologies and new designs applicable to operational telecommunications systems; Apply Safety in Design principles in the preparation of all concept and detailed design activities Provide technical leadership and coaching to colleagues working in graduate and experienced design roles Deliver services to commercially competitive standards for technical excellence, safety, environmental quality, cost and customer satisfaction Operate commercially and competitively in meeting quality, time and budget standards. Also drive value in the business and ensure delivery of risk managed outputs About you
We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:
Degree in electrical or electronic engineering recognised by Engineers Australia as satisfying the academic requirements for appointment as a professional engineer Eligibility for corporate membership of Engineers Australia Extensive knowledge of transmission and distribution secondary systems concept and detailed design, and estimating processes Sound knowledge of power system primary and secondary facilities Knowledge of operational telecommunication system design for two or more of the following: Fixed & Mobile Radio (VHF-SHF); Cable Carrier Systems (Metallic/Optical Fibre); Mux Networks; High Speed Digital Transmission; Power Line Carrier systems; Teleprotection systems; High level understanding and knowledge of engineering standards, compliance & regulations, Technical Rules and procedures applicable to secondary systems Detailed understanding and knowledge of current technological developments in the field of protection, automation & telecommunication Valid WA Driver’s License Class ‘C’ or ‘C-A’ Joining Western Power
Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.
We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:
Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme Access to five Employee Network Groups – First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability – which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membershipBy displaying these images, Backpacker Job Board does not claim any ownership or endorsement of the materials. Backpacker Job Board assumes no liability for copyright infringements, licensing disputes, or any other intellectual property claims arising from employer-submitted images. If you believe that any image displayed on Backpacker Job Board infringes your copyright or other legal rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to promptly reviewing all such notices and, where appropriate, removing the infringing content. However, any removal of content shall not constitute an admission of liability or fault by Backpacker Job Board.
