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Lead Field Engineer Primary Plant


Company : AusNet


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Lead Field Engineer Primary Plant role at AusNet4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Lead Field Engineer Primary Plant role at AusNetDirect message the job poster from AusNetTalent Acquisition | Candidate Experience | Customer CentricDeliver sound technical advice on AusNets electricity stations assets & primary equipment, covering all voltage levels up to 500kVBe part of a forward-thinking Field Engineering teamCareers with Purpose > Collaborative > Inclusive > Flexible Work EnvironmentHelp us lead the way, while enriching your career with real people who encourage you to bring your best and make real impact for your career, our communities, and Australias cleaner energy future.Purposeful work with genuinely good people. Thats refreshing.We are going through an exciting period of growth and with that we have a great opportunity for a Lead Field Engineer Primary Plant to join us!This role will see you utilise your significant technical knowledge and experience to deliver sound technical advice for AusNets electricity stations assets.With a hybrid split (Office/WFH)), this role is based in Southbank and is part of our Field Engineering, Network Management team within our Transmission line of business.This role will deliver real outcomes, including but not limited to:Provide emergency response support to field groups for network incidents and lead investigation and reporting of equipment incidents, failures and defectsDrive and deliver significant value through improvements in management of primary plant, including Circuit Breakers, Isolators, Transformers and other High Voltage plant and equipment, primarily in Terminal StationsProvide leadership to liaise and collaborate with other teams within Network Management on a range of engineering issues and programs to determine practical business solutions for primary plant field assetsProvide input to, and work with others to perform condition and risk assessment of installed equipment / assist with the development of primary plant/replace/refurbish/repair work scopes and initiate and assist with developing projectsCollaborate with other teams to monitor, analyse and track primary plant assets and to develop contingency plans, spares strategies and policiesAssess operational risks associated with primary plant installations, related operations, works and contingency arrangements to minimise asset underperformance and network/customer impactContribute to the development and maintenance of engineering standards and designs, to ensure compliance with legal, technical, regulatory and safety obligationsYou dont need to tick every box; however, we are looking for a good combination of:Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) or relatedDemonstrated years of experience in the utility industry with depth and breadth of knowledge in all aspects of plant and equipment up to 500kVDemonstrated knowledge of a large range of primary plant operationsUnderstand the principles of strategic asset management and knowledge of contemporary asset management systems preferredDemonstrated ability to develop relationships and lead initiatives to successfully delivery business outcomesProfessional body membership: CP Eng (preferred), CIGRE if appropriate, Victoria Professional Engineers RegistrationA real place to belong.We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups.We believe in more than just competitive pay. Heres what sets us apart:Flexibility: whether this is hybrid work, flexible hours, or part time arrangements, well work with you to help balance work and lifeLeave: more than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave, with no minimum serviceCommunity giving: a paid day to volunteer with our social impact partner, Foodbank, or for a cause that matters to youPerks: we offer all the other perks youve come to expect like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts and moreAs an industry in transformation, were excited by the possibilities ahead.So, if youre passionate about our purpose and committed to making real progress, bring your energy and join AusNet. 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