Transmission Lines Technician - Grade 1

TransGrid is hiring a Transmission Lines Technician - Grade 1 in Tamworth, NSW. The role involves developing and maintaining transmission line assets, ensuring safety, and mentoring apprentices. Candidates need a Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems, relevant experience, and a driver's license. Benefits include competitive salary, superannuation, and corporate discounts. This is a field-based position with potential travel and relocation support.
• Proudly making a difference with the transition to renewable energy
• Position(s) available in Tamworth
• Work a 9-day fortnight
• Competitive salary with 15.5% super

The Opportunity

As a Transmission Lines Technician (Linesman / Linesperson) at Tamworth, you will develop, maintain and provide practical and technical expertise in transmission line work.

This will include inspection, maintenance, repairs and construction of transmission line assets within Transgrid’s transmission network and to deliver all elements of these tasks as required to meet customer expectations. 

You will ensure safe and effective work and support the development and mentoring of apprentices and junior technicians, providing performance feedback for their growth.

About you
• Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems – Transmission and or Distribution Overhead  
• Transmission and or Distribution line trade experience and ability to interpret schematics
• Allocation to a standby roster to provide afterhours standby services and respond to system incidents
• Prepared to work away from their nominated headquarters for periods of time
• Understanding of the inspection, maintenance and construction requirements associated with Transgrid’s transmission line infrastructure
• A current Australian Driver’s License

Recognition & Reward

In return for your hard work, we have numerous benefits and initiatives to support you personally and professionally including but not limited to access to corporate discounts on retail, cinema and travel. we have also partnered with HCF to provide our staff discounts on health insurance for them and their families. Join us to get your access to great benefits and discounts.

Field based role perks
• Relocation available to successful applicants
• Travel allowances and other allowances where applicable
• All tools of the trade including laptop, phone, PPE, and access to pool work vehicles

Applications close on Friday 21st March 2025

Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received. 

We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model. 

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.