Senior Power Reliability Engineer

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Apa Group
Owns and operates Australia’s largest natural gas transmission and electricity infrastructure network.
Lead reliability engineering for APA's power generation assets, driving performance and risk reduction.
18 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
2,740 Employees
Service Specialisms
Pipeline Services
Energy Infrastructure
Gas Transportation
Asset Management
Operations & Maintenance
Construction
Engineering
Project Delivery
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Natural Gas Transmission
Gas Storage
Gas Processing
Gas Compression
Power Generation
Wind Energy
Energy Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
reliability framework
rca investigations
reliability engineering
cross-functional collaboration
reliability systems
asset management
  • Lead the development and implementation of APA Power’s asset reliability framework, delivering customer-focused, value-driven initiatives to enhance operational performance.
  • Conduct and oversee timely Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and reporting of operational incidents, ensuring consistent and effective resolution.
  • Act as the divisional Subject Matter Expert for Reliability Engineering across APA’s Power Operations, including thermal generation, renewables, and HVDC transmission assets nationwide.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration through regular reliability cadences, RCA investigations, and continuous engagement with operational teams.
  • Establish core reliability systems, KPIs, and data-driven tools (e.g. Maximo, PowerApps, PowerBI) to support continuous improvement and empower operations teams.
  • Drive reliability improvements by embedding Asset Management principles and maintenance strategies tailored to Power Generation assets.
What you bring
reliability
fmea
engineering
on-site
risk-based
leadership
  • Skilled in applying reliability methodologies including RCA, RCM, FMEA, condition monitoring, and predictive analytics.
  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering with eligibility for Engineers Australia membership (CPEng/NER) or equivalent experience.
  • Willing and able to spend time on-site to build relationships, understand plant operations, and proactively identify emerging reliability issues.
  • Strong knowledge of risk-based work selection and decision-making frameworks.
  • Proven ability to lead and influence both technical and non-technical teams to deliver targeted business and reliability outcomes.
  • Extensive operational engineering experience in the Energy and Power sector, with a solid understanding of industrial reliability best practices.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
AUD 1.725 Billion
2023 Revenue Figure
The company achieved AUD 1.725 billion in revenue in 2023, highlighting its strong position in gas infrastructure and energy assets.
2000
Year of Formation
The company was established in 2000 through a spin-off from Australian Gas Light, marking its beginnings as a major player in gas infrastructure.
2022
Strategic Acquisition
In 2022, the company acquired Basslink, significantly expanding its reach across Australia's east–west and north–south regions.
  • It builds and runs major gas pipelines – Moomba–Sydney, Roma–Brisbane, SEAGas among others – stitching regions together.
  • Its electricity arm links grids via Murraylink, Basslink and Directlink, powering cross‑boundary interconnections.
  • Wind‑farm holdings like Emu Downs and Hallett, plus gas‑fired stations in Mount Isa, show its generation edge.
  • Projects range from interstate pipeline networks to high‑voltage interconnectors and hybrid generation sites.
Culture + Values
  • Our culture is one of safety, integrity, respect, and continuous improvement.
  • We value collaboration, innovation, and performance excellence.
  • We hold ourselves accountable and deliver on our commitments.
  • We are committed to creating a work environment that promotes professional development and growth.
  • Our team is diverse, inclusive, and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-Zero Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net-zero emissions through strategic initiatives and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Aims to reduce carbon footprint through renewable energy projects and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Investing in energy efficiency and transitioning to low-carbon technologies.
  • Implemented robust environmental management systems across operations.
  • Tracks and reports greenhouse gas emissions to meet climate-related targets.
Inclusion & Diversity
30%
Women in Senior Management
Women currently hold 30% of senior management positions within the organization, reflecting progress toward gender diversity goals.
  • Strives to create an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.
  • Has set goals to increase gender diversity, with initiatives to support women in leadership roles.
  • Aims to ensure equal pay for equal work, with transparent remuneration practices.
  • Actively supporting programs that encourage the recruitment and advancement of underrepresented groups in its workforce.
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