Lead Engineer (Primary Assets)

Description

• Provide technical leadership in the management of Station Primary Asset risks and compliance
• Perform condition and risk assessments of Primary Assets along with preparing Regulatory submissions for Primary Assets classes
• Provide technical and engineering guidance on Primary Assets (particularly power transformers) to support other areas of the business
• Provide technical, economic & strategic advice to Asset Management as required
• Provide technical expertise in power transformers and primary assets, covering all voltage levels up to 550kV
• Lead the development and maintenance of Primary asset specifications
• Lead the development of Asset Management Primary Asset strategies and work plans (CAPEX and OPEX) aligned with budgets and corporate planning horizons
• Lead the delivery of Primary Asset refurbishment and renewal business cases and RIT’s
• Represent AusNet with external regulators as required for Primary Assets
• Lead the creation and revision of inspection, preventative and corrective maintenance strategies for Primary Assets and budget justification
• Provide specialist guidance to field engineering groups for network incidents and assist in investigations and reporting of Primary Assets incidents, failures and defects

Requirements

As the Lead Engineer (Primary Assets), this role will see you demonstrate technical leadership in the Asset Management team within AusNet’s Transmission business, championing work programs and initiatives, guiding and leading others in the team to achieve outcomes. Utilising your extensive technical knowledge, you will deliver sound technical support to ensure the optimisation of assets while maintaining network performance and the long-term viability of our networks.

• Deep understanding of relevant Australian and International standards and industry codes of practice for Primary Assets
• Demonstrated 10+ years of engineering/asset management experience
• Professional body membership: National Engineering Registration
• Knowledge of relevant condition monitoring and assessment techniques for Primary Assets
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to leverage data-driven insights to inform decision-making and optimise asset performance
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing strategic asset management plans, preferably in a regulated environment
• Ability to lead and coordinate failure and incident investigations for Primary Assets
• Degree qualified in Engineering
• In-depth knowledge of equipment, and technologies, with a focus on Primary Assets and emerging trends and innovations
• Deep understanding of Asset Management leading practices, frameworks and relevant standards

Benefits

We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups.

• Flexibility: whether this is hybrid work, flexible hours, or part time arrangements, we’ll work with you to help balance work and life
• Work where it matters – Be part of a team that’s purpose-driven, collaborative, inclusive, and offers the flexibility to thrive
• Perks: we offer all the other perks you’ve come to expect like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts and more
• Leave: more than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave, with no minimum service
• Community giving: a paid day to volunteer with our social impact partner, Foodbank, or for a cause that matters to you

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance