Western Power
A leading electricity distribution network service provider in Western Australia.
Lead planning, design and delivery of major renewable network projects in WA
22 hours ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
City of Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electricity distribution
Transmission network planning
Network maintenance
Temporary power supply
Meter installations
Technical training and authorisation
Asset relocation
Microgrid and battery storage integration
Sector Specialisms
Electricity Network
Renewable Energy
Transmission
Distribution
Microgrid
Battery Storage
Energy Infrastructure
Substations
Role
Description
options analysis
scope development
capital budget
business cases
data forecasts
asset management
In this role you will deliver Clean Energy Link projects, connecting new renewable generation to the grid and advancing the state’s transition to cleaner energy. You will work across Western Power’s network planning, asset management and customer‑led proposals, shaping technical and commercial solutions for complex, high‑value initiatives.
You will lead the planning and scoping phases end‑to‑end, using engineering expertise to influence, challenge and refine solutions, ensuring outcomes meet performance, regulatory and financial requirements while staying on time and on budget.
- Coordinate and lead Joint Planning Teams, providing technical input for options analysis and scope development.
- Develop and collate robust documentation to support investment decisions.
- Analyse technical solutions and cost feasible options for planning problems.
- Maintain effective relationships to frame decisions and contracts for complex network and major customer connections and line relocations.
- Ensure commercial solutions consider risk implications and engineering requirements.
- Produce and manage accurate capital budget requirements for complex projects.
- Escalate issues appropriately within the area.
- Create concise, rigorous business cases for customer applications or network solutions.
- Apply a balanced approach to asset‑management issues, recognizing that solutions are rarely one‑size‑fits‑all.
- Keep project, financial and customer‑relationship systems up‑to‑date.
- Apply regulatory, technical rules, policies and guidelines to customer‑driven and network investments.
- Provide high‑quality data and forecasts for investment proposals.
- Lead and support innovation and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
- Mentor graduate engineers.
Requirements
engineering degree
transmission networks
project management
p6
communication
collaboration
The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree and possesses broad knowledge and project experience in transmission or distribution networks, economic and financial evaluation, and project‑management tools such as P6. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, plus the ability to apply a balanced, holistic approach to complex issues, are essential.
- Demonstrate collaborative decision‑making across internal and external stakeholders.
- Engineering degree qualification.
- Experience in planning, design, operation, maintenance or project delivery of electricity transmission/distribution networks.
- Proficiency with project‑management software (e.g., P6).
- Strong written, verbal and presentation/communication skills.
- Ability to apply a balanced, holistic approach to complex issues.
Benefits
Western Power offers a supportive culture with career progression opportunities, flexible work arrangements, additional leave purchases, salary packaging, health and gym discounts, wellness leave, and facilities for cyclists, as well as generous parental and cultural leave.
- Over 50 % of roles are driven by career progression.
- Flexible work options, including part‑time, varied hours and work‑from‑home.
- Opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
- Access to salary packaging, discounted health insurance and gym membership.
- Award‑winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
- Three wellness leave days each year.
- End‑of‑trip facilities for cyclists at Perth office and South Metro Depot.
- 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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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