Live Substation Trade Technician
Powerlink Queensland
Maintain, repair, construct and operate high‑voltage substation equipment up to 330 kV.
21 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Virginia, Queensland, Australia
Field
Company Size
1,681 Employees
Service Specialisms
Transmission Services
Asset Management
Engineering
Project Management
Technical Services
Network Planning
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Industrial
Transmission Network
Renewable Energy
Wind
Solar
Electricity Transmission
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
hv live
installation
maintenance
repairs
construction
safety culture
- Work a 9-day fortnight with an RDO every second week.
- Drive a strong Safety-First culture by following and role-modelling best practices in the field
- Utilise HV Live substation work methodologies to perform the installation, maintenance, repairs, and construction of transmission substation plant.
What you bring
travel
electrical fitter
lvr cpr
high risk
c class
teamwork
- The ability to travel frequently to remote substations across Queensland, and
- Qld Electrical Fitter / Mechanic licence
- Work closely with team members, you also will enjoy variety in your work
- Current LVR & CPR Certification
- High Risk Work Licence - Elevated Work Platform
- Regular and remote travel across Queensland working in different locations throughout the year
- A current ‘C' Class drivers’ licence
- Family friendly and flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive remuneration packages + 14.75% superannuation with increases as you train and learn.
- Career development in a continuous learning environment
- Other leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave - at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
- Relocation support for families to any part of Gladstone and Townsville
- Cultural leave for ceremonial or sorry business
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Company
Overview
$5b Investment
Grid Modernization Project
Funding allocated to the CopperString 2032 initiative aimed at modernizing Queensland's electricity infrastructure.
$1.17b Revenue
Annual Operating Income
Annual revenue generated by the company in 2024, reflecting its significant role in Queensland's energy sector.
5 Million Residents
Power Users
Number of residents served by the company's network, underscoring its critical role in providing electricity to households.
- As a government-owned transmission provider, it spans 1,700 km from Cairns to the NSW border, with over 15,000 km of lines and ~150 substations.
- It navigates the National Electricity Market via the QNI and Terranora interconnectors, bridging states under evolving demand.
- Driving big-ticket grid projects: the Renewable Energy Zones and a $20m tech & innovation centre.
- Its network anchors Queensland’s shift to renewables—linking wind, solar, batteries and storage to a future SuperGrid vision.
- Unusually, it directly powers large industrial customers alongside the regulated distribution network.
- Centred in Brisbane with regional hubs in Gladstone and Townsville, it blends state-level strategy with local grid resilience.
- We act with integrity
- We work safely
- We value our people
- We deliver excellence
- We work collaboratively
Net Zero 2050
2050 Net Zero Commitment
The company is dedicated to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050, aligning with global sustainability goals.
20% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Since 2010
The company has successfully decreased its carbon emissions by 20% since 2010, demonstrating significant progress in environmental stewardship.
- Focuses on renewable energy sources and reducing its environmental footprint.
- Invests in high-efficiency infrastructure to minimize environmental impacts.
- Implements initiatives to enhance biodiversity and protect natural habitats.
40% Target
Women in Leadership Roles
Aiming for increased representation of women in leadership positions to foster gender diversity.
28% Currently
Women in Leadership
Current proportion of women in leadership roles reflects progress toward diversity goals.
- Focused on creating an inclusive and supportive workplace environment.
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