Transgrid
Operates and upgrades Australia’s high-voltage electricity transmission network, linking generators, distributors & major users.
16 hours ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Field
Company Size
1,147 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
line installation
asset maintenance
safety documentation
crew leadership
emergency response
inspection
The company is driving Australia’s clean‑energy transition, expanding its network and creating new career opportunities. As a Transmission Lineworker you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, repairing and constructing transmission line assets, ensuring the reliability of critical infrastructure.
You will work on emergency incidents, scheduled maintenance and major construction projects, putting safety, teamwork and technical excellence at the forefront of every task.
- Install, maintain, and repair transmission line assets, performing inspections and identifying condition concerns.
- Prepare safe work methods and safety documentation.
- Mentor apprentices and junior technicians; assume crew leader duties as needed.
- Collaborate with Field Coordinators and Site Managers to ensure safe, efficient, and coordinated work delivery.
Requirements
certificate iii
driver licence
on‑call
high‑risk
hv maintenance
pole replacement
Key qualifications include a Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems (Transmission/Distribution Overhead), a current Australian driver’s licence and the ability to respond to on‑call or after‑hours requests. Desirable experience covers high‑risk work licences and high‑voltage maintenance work such as pole replacement and insulator changeouts.
- Hold a Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems (Transmission/Distribution Overhead).
- Possess a current Australian driver’s licence and flexibility for on‑call/after‑hours support.
- Desirable: High‑Risk Work licences (DG, RB, RI, RA, CV, C2, C6, WP, LF) and heavy rigid driver’s licence.
- Experience in high‑voltage maintenance such as pole replacement, insulator changeouts, and hot‑joint repair.
Benefits
Transgrid offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports personal, professional and social wellbeing, including corporate discounts, health initiatives, career development support, relocation assistance, travel allowances and generous parental leave. The company’s core values—Safety, Achievement, Integrity and Service—guide its work, and applicants must complete standard pre‑employment assessments.
- Benefits include corporate discounts, wellbeing initiatives (free skin checks, flu vaccinations, Fitness Passport membership).
- Access to career development, study support, relocation assistance, and travel allowances.
- Paid parental leave: 20 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- reference checks
- medical check
- national police check
- driving licence and traffic offence check
Overview
4,000 km Fibre
Optical Fibre Network
Operates one of Australia’s largest optical-fibre networks alongside power lines for telecom and system resilience.
900 km Link
EnergyConnect Project
Developing the 900 km, 800 MW EnergyConnect link to enhance renewable energy distribution and grid security.
12 GW Clean
Clean Energy Capacity
Added 12 GW of clean energy connections through its commercial arm Lumea, powering around 4 million homes.
A$16.5B Investment
Future Grid Modernisation
Plans to invest A$16.5 billion over the next decade to support 100% instantaneous renewables and modernise grid security tools.
- Born in 1995 from the split of NSW’s Electricity Commission, it evolved into Australia’s largest high-voltage grid operator.
- Manages over 13,000 km of transmission lines and 104 substations across NSW and the ACT, linking into the National Electricity Market.
- Over a decade, rolled out a A$16.5 billion upgrade program, including mega-projects like EnergyConnect and HumeLink to reinforce energy superhighways.
- Commercial arm Lumea has added 55+ renewable generators, contributing to the clean energy transition.
- Backed by a major consortium including Spark, Utilities Trust of Australia, CDPQ, ADIA, and OMERS following a A$10.3 billion lease deal in 2015.
- Key projects include the multi-state HumeLink (underway) and VNI West interconnector, despite community pushback.
- Despite challenges, remains pivotal to Australia’s clean-energy transition.
Culture + Values
- Safety
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Reliability
- Innovation
- Progress
- People, Power and Possibilities
Environment + Sustainability
60% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Achieve a 60% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2030, with net-zero by 2040.
48% reduction
Scope 3 Emissions
Reduce Scope 3 emissions per $M spend by 48% by 2030, aiming for net-zero by 2050.
100% renewable
Electricity in Offices
Transition to 100% renewable electricity in offices and depots by 2025.
$1.8b
EnergyConnect Project
EnergyConnect project secures International Sustainability Council agreement with comprehensive targets.
- Reducing Scope 3 emissions in Purchased & Capital Goods by 48% per $M spend by 2030.
- Eliminating SF₆ emissions through alternative development.
- Transitioning fleet of passenger & commercial vehicles to fully electric/hybrid by 2030.
- Largest wind farm in NSW (Rye Park) connected, powering ~215,000 homes annually.
- Investing $14b in transmission lines, $2.2b in system-strength technology, and $300m in operations/tools to support 100% instantaneous renewables.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Women
Target Workforce Ratio
Company aims for a workforce composition of 40% women, 40% men, and 20% any gender.
65% Men
Primary-Carer Parental Leave
65% of primary-carer parental leave was taken by men in FY24, reflecting inclusive parental leave policies.
50% Female
Executive Leadership Team
The Executive Leadership Team achieved gender parity, with 50% female representation in FY24.
50% Award
Clean Energy Council Award
Recognized with the 2024 Clean Energy Council Equity, Inclusion & Diversity Award for leadership in the industry.
- Annual pay & performance review by gender; CEO-sponsored Diversity Council; industry-leading Diversity & Inclusion pillars: attract diverse talent, build inclusive culture, ensure equity.
- CEO member of Champions of Change coalition for gender equity in energy.
- Employee networks: Rise Allies (LGBTQI+), Energise Gender Equity Network.
- Accreditations: Work180 endorsed employer; Family Inclusive Workplace; AWEI silver employer 2024–25; Australian Disability Network bronze member.
- 15 days Domestic Violence Leave; Gender Affirmation Policy with additional leave; certified Family-Friendly Workplace.