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Lineworker - Northam


Company : Western Power


Location : Northam, Australia


Created : 2025-06-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertAs a Lineworker, youll ensure our community has a safe and reliable electricity supply by constructing and maintaining transmission and distribution networks. Youll respond quickly to faults to minimise disruptions, deliver high-quality work, and adapt to evolving industry standards. Working in various conditions, youll plan and execute tasks safely and efficiently while maintaining positive customer interactions.Your Role in ActionConstruct and maintain in a team environment the transmission and/or distribution electricity network to maintain the integrity of the network in a safe, reliable and affordable manner to ensure an uninterrupted supply to customers and within all applicable guidelines and regulations.Rectifying faults promptly and isolate the network for repairs to maintain the integrity of the network and minimise customer impact.Execute programmed construction and maintenance work to ensure safe, reliable, and affordable operation of the network.Construct network infrastructure according to design specifications and construction standards. Deal with day-to-day technical issues that can arise, on site, relating to design and construction issuesWhy Northam?Northam isthe largest town in the Avon Region,situated at the joining of the Avon and Mortlock Rivers, only 97 kilometres east-northeast of Perth in the Avon Valley.Northam is the perfect place to call home for those who enjoy getting out in nature, enjoying scenery, hiking trails, History and museums and the Magnificent Avon River.The town offers many dining and social options and for the familyA great variety of school and sports options.Small, friendly community : Be part of a town where neighbours know your name.What Makes You a Great FitOr New Zealand Electricity Supply (Distribution) Minimum Level 4Demonstrated industry experience in the construction and maintenance of the distribution electricity networkHOU and LOU Switching is highly regarded but not essentialBy 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. Y ou will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: Financial Relocation Assistance (if eligible)Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.An innovative team culture thats enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year. #J-18808-Ljbffr