Advanced HVOA Technician

As an Advanced High Voltage Operation Authority (HVOA) Technician, you will play a critical role in establishing and embedding the SAMCo HVOA process across renewable energy sites. You’ll ensure all high-voltage operational activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and organisational requirements.

• Audit, review, and continuously improve HV operational processes for best practice and compliance
• Lead and implement the SAMCo HVOA process across renewable energy sites
• Administer and support the electronic Permit Administration System (ePAS)
• Uphold and champion Stanwell’s Values and Code of Conduct.
• Foster a strong safety culture and contribute to operational excellence across Stanwell’s renewable portfolio.
• Train, mentor, and support Switching Officers and Assistants in HV switching practices
• Develop and maintain site-specific HV operational documentation and protocols

This is a full time opportunity that can be located in Brisbane CBD, Stanwell Power Stations or Tarong Power Station.

As part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks (may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing).

• Significant experience in high-voltage operational processes within heavy industry or power generation.
• High Voltage Operator (HVO) Switching Officer Certificate.
• Significant expertise in ePAS maintenance and administration.
• White Card - Construction Induction.
• Electrical Trade Certificate and current Queensland Electrical Fitter/Mechanic Licence (or recognised equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of permit-to-work systems, electrical safety legislation, and safe work practices.
• Achievement, Analytical Mindset, Building Relationships, Extending Trust, Flexibility, Implementation, Innovation, Inner Drive,
• Experience auditing HV switching and safety processes.
• Proven experience in mentoring, training, and developing switching officers.
• Organisation, Resilience, Teamwork.
• Practical knowledge of asset operation, condition assessment, and fault finding across HV electrical equipment.
• Exceptional safety culture
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and review site-specific switching manuals.

• Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. EAP, Fitness Passport, skin checks, flu vaccines)
• Weekly pay + 12.75% super + annual incentive
• 4 day working week
• Access to Bright Spark - our rewards, recognition and discounts platform
• Full income protection cover
• Purchased and volunteer leave options
• Salary packaging options
• Access to learning and development (including LinkedIn learning)