Senior High Voltage Technician / Field Service Engineer

Powertech PTY LTD is seeking a Senior High Voltage Technician / Field Service Engineer in Malaga, WA, Australia. This full-time, permanent role involves commissioning, testing, and maintaining HV systems and requires at least 10 years of experience. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, including an Electrical Workers License or Engineering Degree, and may need to relocate. The position offers opportunities for national and international travel.
Introduction:
Powertech is an Electrical Engineering Services Provider delivering HV/LV & E&I engineering, installation, commissioning, testing and operations and maintenance services to our clients in the Mining & Minerals, Oil & Gas, Energy & Utilities, Refineries & Infrastructure, Defence, Renewable Energy, Ports & Rail Sectors across Australia, and SE Asia.

Due to a consistent rate of company growth, which is paving the way for further expansion into local markets, we currently have a requirement for a Field Service Engineer / Senior High Voltage Technician to join us on a full-time basis in our Perth, Malaga based office.

This is a permanent role so applicants either need to live locally or be willing to relocate, if locating to Perth from anywhere in Australia or New Zealand we would be happy to discuss relocation costs.

Candidates who can demonstrate a high theoretical and practical knowledge with a wide range of HV primary plant and especially secondary systems are required.

This role also has the potential for national and international travel on a project by project basis.

Main responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Commissioning, testing and maintaining HV Protections systems / schemes, experience with IEC61850 / GOOSE communications is highly desirable
Commissioning, testing and maintaining HV Substations secondary systems and primary plant
Commissioning, testing and maintaining various HV/LV Plant/Assets.
Commissioning, testing and maintaining Power Generation Systems.
Commissioning, testing and maintaining Power Transformers.
Provide technical support and training to technicians.
Provide leadership and supervision to technicians.
Competent in preparation of commissioning/testing documentation, protection test plans and create detailed technical reports on completion of works.

Experience, skills and qualifications:
Preferable "A Grade" (Fitter and Mechanic) Electrical Workers License or Engineering Degree / Diploma in Power Systems would be highly regarded.
Degree must be Engineers Australia recognised.
Minimum 10 years' experience.
HV Switching Ticket preferred.
Experience with IEC61850 and GOOSE messaging through IED Scout viewed favourably.
Knowledge of appropriate Australian and International Standards.
Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Proven ability meeting project quality, schedule and budget requirements.
Ability to promote a high standard of safety, professionalism and effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
Proven experience in using the Omicron suite of equipment for secondary system testing.
Power Station experience viewed favourably.

This is an excellent opportunity to expand and share your knowledge and to work with a well-established team of industry professionals in the field.

Powertech is an equal opportunity employer and we support diversity in our workplace.

If you believe you have what it takes, please do not hesitate to hit "APPLY NOW" to this advert today.