Project Network Officer at Western Power in Balcatta, Western Australia, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

customer enquiries

project planning

technical guidance

knowledge management

network coordination

construction management

As the Project Network Officer, you will be required to manage the construction phase of Western Power’s asset driven and customer driven projects.

Manage own work to respond to customer enquiries professionally and in the quickest possible timeframe.
Plan and implement multiple projects during their construction phase.
Provide specialist guidance and share technical knowledge and experience to others within the immediate and wider teams.
Maintain and utilise an up-to-date knowledge of field practices and procedures.
Coordinate or perform complex technical work on Western Power networks.

Requirements

health & safety

industry licences

trade qualification

project management

external customers

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Health & Safety knowledge relevant to the electricity supply and construction sector.
Hold all appropriate industry licences or certificates of competency.
It is essential that the incumbent possesses a relevant trade, diploma, or tertiary qualification
Best practice experience in project management (such as negotiation, planning, communication, use of initiative and problem solving) with a minimum of 8 years’ extensive experience.
Strong experience dealing with external customers.
Hold LOU and HOU Switching competencies.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Benefits

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements.
In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.
The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections.
An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.
Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.

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

customer enquiries

project planning

technical guidance

knowledge management

network coordination

construction management

As the Project Network Officer, you will be required to manage the construction phase of Western Power’s asset driven and customer driven projects.

Manage own work to respond to customer enquiries professionally and in the quickest possible timeframe.
Plan and implement multiple projects during their construction phase.
Provide specialist guidance and share technical knowledge and experience to others within the immediate and wider teams.
Maintain and utilise an up-to-date knowledge of field practices and procedures.
Coordinate or perform complex technical work on Western Power networks.

Requirements

health & safety

industry licences

trade qualification

project management

external customers

lou/hou

Health & Safety knowledge relevant to the electricity supply and construction sector.
Hold all appropriate industry licences or certificates of competency.
It is essential that the incumbent possesses a relevant trade, diploma, or tertiary qualification
Best practice experience in project management (such as negotiation, planning, communication, use of initiative and problem solving) with a minimum of 8 years’ extensive experience.
Strong experience dealing with external customers.
Hold LOU and HOU Switching competencies.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements.
In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.
The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections.
An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.
Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.

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