Balcatta Fault Repair - Lineworker at Western Power in City of Stirling, Western Australia, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

fault rectification

construction maintenance

skill development

pre‑job planning

safety controls

customer relations

The role involves attending and rectifying faults promptly, completing construction and maintenance tasks to Western Power standards, and continually developing core line skills in line with industry changes. Pre‑job planning to identify risks and ensure safe, reliable, and affordable job completion is essential, as is working safely in diverse environmental conditions and maintaining good customer relations.

Attend and rectify faults promptly to minimise supply loss and customer disruption.
Complete allocated construction and maintenance work to Western Power standards, ensuring consistent network quality.
Maintain and enhance core line skills in line with evolving industry standards and business requirements.
Participate in pre‑job planning to identify risks, hazards, and control measures for safe, reliable, and affordable job completion.
Work safely in varied environmental conditions while implementing appropriate safety controls.
Uphold good customer relations during field work, especially when in direct contact with the public.

Requirements

certificate iii

hr licence

hou switching

lou switching

distribution experience

power systems

Balcatta Fault Repair – Lineworker. As a Lineworker, you’ll ensure our community has a safe and reliable electricity supply by constructing and maintaining transmission and distribution networks. You’ll respond quickly to faults to minimise disruptions, deliver high‑quality work, and adapt to evolving industry standards. Working in various conditions, you’ll plan and execute tasks safely and efficiently while maintaining positive customer interactions.

Candidates must hold a Certificate III in ESI – Power System Distribution Overhead (or New Zealand Electricity Supply Minimum Level 4) and a valid WA ‘HR’ class driver’s licence. Relevant industry experience in constructing and maintaining the distribution electricity network is required, with HOU and LOU switching experience regarded favourably.

Benefits

Western Power offers a career‑focused environment with opportunities for progression, a comprehensive benefits programme, and an innovative culture driving the transition to renewable energy.

Over 50 % of employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
Purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
Access salary packaging, social club activities, discounted health insurance, and gym membership.
Benefit from an award‑winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
Enjoy an innovative team culture supporting renewable energy transition and decarbonisation, plus two extra public holidays each year.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 2006

Year Established

The company was established to manage the electricity distribution network across Western Australia.

88,000 km

Powerlines Managed

Extensive network of powerlines ensuring reliable electricity distribution.

2.5M People

Served

Provides essential electricity services to urban and regional communities.

Focus on modernizing infrastructure with smart grid technology to enhance reliability and reduce outages.
Key role in connecting renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, to promote cleaner energy solutions.
Typical projects include construction and maintenance of substations, distribution lines, and cutting-edge technology integration.
Noteworthy projects involve automated fault detection systems and grid resilience initiatives for extreme weather events.

Culture + Values

Creates continuous education in cultural awareness for cultural competency above public sector requirements.
Strengthening understanding and relationships with local indigenous culture through Noongar Alternative Heritage Agreements.
Dual naming of depots and office meeting rooms in Aboriginal languages.
Inclusion of Aboriginal artwork across sites, carrying meaning of place.
Committed to mutually beneficial relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, fostering inclusion through employee networks.
Openness to cultural learning and reconciliation through Reconciliation Action Plan activities such as NAIDOC, bush tucker lunches, and traditional dance.

Environment + Sustainability

30% Emission Reduction

Greenhouse Gas Reduction

Achieved a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2008.

33% Renewable Energy

Grid Energy Source

Approximately one-third of grid energy is now sourced from renewable resources.

25% EV Fleet Transition

Light Vehicle Transition

A target to transition at least 25% of the light vehicle fleet to electric vehicles by 2025.

70% Biodegradable Oils

Synthetic Ester Oils

Synthetic ester transformer oils used, which are 70% more biodegradable than traditional mineral oils.

Net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050
More than 65% of the Perth metro area benefits from underground power, improving capacity for renewables
Connecting renewables through community batteries, SPS, microgrids, mini‑pumped hydro, and virtual power plant trials
Clean Energy Link – North Region funded with $655 million, plus $503 million planning for further SWIS grid augmentation

Inclusion & Diversity

Women 10%

Engineering Roles

Women hold 10% of engineering roles within the organization.

46% Senior Leadership

Women in Senior Roles

Women account for 46% of senior leadership positions.

7% Electricians

Women in Trade

Women make up 7% of electricians, exceeding the national average of 2%.

4 Women Directors

Board Representation

Four of the six board members are women, including the Board Chair.

Women represent 31% of leadership roles and 46% of senior leadership roles
Seven of 31 recently recruited electrical/line‑worker apprentices are women
Established six employee network groups advocating equity and inclusion, including one focused on gender
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy includes developing and tracking DEI metrics, aligned to business operations

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Role

Description

fault rectification

construction maintenance

skill development

pre‑job planning

safety controls

customer relations

Attend and rectify faults promptly to minimise supply loss and customer disruption.
Complete allocated construction and maintenance work to Western Power standards, ensuring consistent network quality.
Maintain and enhance core line skills in line with evolving industry standards and business requirements.
Participate in pre‑job planning to identify risks, hazards, and control measures for safe, reliable, and affordable job completion.
Work safely in varied environmental conditions while implementing appropriate safety controls.
Uphold good customer relations during field work, especially when in direct contact with the public.

Requirements

certificate iii

hr licence

hou switching

lou switching

distribution experience

power systems

Benefits

Western Power offers a career‑focused environment with opportunities for progression, a comprehensive benefits programme, and an innovative culture driving the transition to renewable energy.

Over 50 % of employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
Purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
Access salary packaging, social club activities, discounted health insurance, and gym membership.
Benefit from an award‑winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
Enjoy an innovative team culture supporting renewable energy transition and decarbonisation, plus two extra public holidays each year.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 2006

Year Established

The company was established to manage the electricity distribution network across Western Australia.

88,000 km

Powerlines Managed

Extensive network of powerlines ensuring reliable electricity distribution.

2.5M People

Served

Provides essential electricity services to urban and regional communities.

Focus on modernizing infrastructure with smart grid technology to enhance reliability and reduce outages.
Key role in connecting renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, to promote cleaner energy solutions.
Typical projects include construction and maintenance of substations, distribution lines, and cutting-edge technology integration.
Noteworthy projects involve automated fault detection systems and grid resilience initiatives for extreme weather events.

Culture + Values

Creates continuous education in cultural awareness for cultural competency above public sector requirements.
Strengthening understanding and relationships with local indigenous culture through Noongar Alternative Heritage Agreements.
Dual naming of depots and office meeting rooms in Aboriginal languages.
Inclusion of Aboriginal artwork across sites, carrying meaning of place.
Committed to mutually beneficial relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, fostering inclusion through employee networks.
Openness to cultural learning and reconciliation through Reconciliation Action Plan activities such as NAIDOC, bush tucker lunches, and traditional dance.

Environment + Sustainability

30% Emission Reduction

Greenhouse Gas Reduction

Achieved a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2008.

33% Renewable Energy

Grid Energy Source

Approximately one-third of grid energy is now sourced from renewable resources.

25% EV Fleet Transition

Light Vehicle Transition

A target to transition at least 25% of the light vehicle fleet to electric vehicles by 2025.

70% Biodegradable Oils

Synthetic Ester Oils

Synthetic ester transformer oils used, which are 70% more biodegradable than traditional mineral oils.

Net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050
More than 65% of the Perth metro area benefits from underground power, improving capacity for renewables
Connecting renewables through community batteries, SPS, microgrids, mini‑pumped hydro, and virtual power plant trials
Clean Energy Link – North Region funded with $655 million, plus $503 million planning for further SWIS grid augmentation

Inclusion & Diversity

Women 10%

Engineering Roles

Women hold 10% of engineering roles within the organization.

46% Senior Leadership

Women in Senior Roles

Women account for 46% of senior leadership positions.

7% Electricians

Women in Trade

Women make up 7% of electricians, exceeding the national average of 2%.

4 Women Directors

Board Representation

Four of the six board members are women, including the Board Chair.

Women represent 31% of leadership roles and 46% of senior leadership roles
Seven of 31 recently recruited electrical/line‑worker apprentices are women
Established six employee network groups advocating equity and inclusion, including one focused on gender
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy includes developing and tracking DEI metrics, aligned to business operations

Articles

What we do

Electrical contractors

Ventia – delivering service excellence for Western Power

Ventia renews Western Power contract

Western Power Wikipedia