Pipeline Technician

Worley is hiring a Gas Pipeline Technician (Electrical + Instrumentation) in Townsville, Australia. This permanent, full-time role involves maintaining electrical and instrumentation systems for the North Queensland Gas Pipeline. Responsibilities include calibrating equipment, managing documentation, and conducting pipeline patrols. Candidates must possess relevant electrical qualifications and experience in industrial maintenance. The position requires local residency and offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Gas Pipeline Technician (Electrical + Instrumentation)

We are seeking a skilled Gas Pipeline Technician (Electrical + Instrumentation) to join our team in Townsville, where you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient, safe, and effective execution of work on the North Queensland Gas Pipeline.

This is a permanent Monday to Thursday (38 hours per week) role with a rotational on-call component. We are looking for someone who resides locally to Townsville or surrounding area.
Job Description

As a Gas Pipeline Technician (Electrical + Instrumentation), you will be responsible for:
• Maintaining electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Maintaining hazardous area dossiers.
• Updating and repairing control systems.
• Performing fiscal and non-fiscal calibrations on transmitters and metering validations.
• Maintaining and gathering readings from cathodic protection systems.
• Managing E&L maintenance documentation and electronic records.
• Repairing and troubleshooting PLC Programming equipment.
• Managing stock levels of E&I spare parts.
• Performing regular pipeline patrols.
• Liaising with landholders, stakeholders, and public authorities.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:
• An Electrical license and trade qualification.
• A valid driver's license.
• Cert III in instrumentation and control.
• Cert IV Hazardous areas – Electrical.
• NACE CP tester accreditation.
• Type B Gas appliance - Service, commission, and install or willingness to obtain competency.
• Experience working on or around underground assets.
• High pressure gas experience.
• Forklift HRWL.
• Work experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance in Chemical Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, or Mineral Processing environments.
About Worley

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals, and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets.
Why Join Us?

At Worley, we offer:
• A fun and inclusive, global team of professionals.
• A varied and challenging role.
• A supportive work environment where innovation is inspired, and new ideas are encouraged.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development and career growth.
• A commitment to health, safety, and the environment.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. Our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection, and innovation.