People & Culture Talent Community

Western Power

A leading electricity distribution network service provider in Western Australia.

Opportunity to join Western Power's People & Culture talent pool for HR & development roles.

6 days ago

Entry-level, Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)

Full Time

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

Requirements

Benefits

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work‑life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities.

Over 50% of employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
Flexible work arrangements supporting part‑time, varied hours, and remote work.
Purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
Access to salary packaging, social club activities, discounted health insurance and gym membership.
Award‑winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
Innovative team culture enabling renewable energy transition and decarbonisation.
Three wellness leave days each year in addition to standard leave.
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

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