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We are uniqueEssential Energy is an organisation that values your voice, empowers your autonomy, recognises the strength in diversity, and prioritises your wellbeing while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry''s future.About the roleWe are seeking a Zone Substation Electrical Technician to join our Operations, People and Safety division. In this role, you will be responsible for the construction and maintenance of Zone Substations, installation, commissioning and testing of associated equipment, and performing high and low voltage switching operations. You will also inspect, test, and report on the condition of network assets, operate plant and equipment safely, and use computerised systems for remote operations. This position requires participation in standby and afterhours duties and a commitment to safety, environmental responsibilities, and quality standards.This role will be based at the Inverell depot.About YouYou are a proactive and safetyfocused professional with a strong technical background in electrical systems. You thrive in a team environment, communicate effectively, and demonstrate a commitment to Essential Energy''s values of respect, equity, diversity, and inclusion. You are adaptable, reliable, and ready to contribute to maintaining and improving our network infrastructure.About your skillsYou bring practical experience in electrical technician roles, with sound knowledge of substation operations and compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. You have basic computer skills, strong communication and interpersonal abilities, and can work collaboratively within a team while liaising effectively with stakeholders and customers.Required QualificationsCurrent Driver''s LicenceQualified Supervisors CertificateGeneral Construction Induction Training (White Card)Certificate IV in ESI Power Systems Substations or equivalent experience and qualificationsAbility to maintain all regulatory and business licences, authorisations, and certificates required for the roleDesired experienceFirst Aid certificationElevated Work Platform, Traffic Control, Crane Borer, Dogman, Forklift licencesKnowledge of chemical awareness, manual handling, and environmental practicesSwitching knowledge and Substation entry authorisationDemonstrated experience in technical and practical aspects of electrical technician rolesWhy Essential EnergyEssential Energy provides employees with a broad range of employee benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus, nib and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programmes including a fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information.We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.An energy network doesn''t just keep the lights on... it''s a living network that needs to adapt to new and emerging energy generation technologies while still meeting the energy needs of customers.It requires innovation, commitment, and collaboration to bring people together to solve the energy delivery challenges of the modern world.Your potential will be realised, and you''ll feel a real sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing you have a pivot role to play in delivering the energy of the future to the people who need it today.For further information please contact Graham Myers Zone Substation Field Manager on 0427 773 835.Applications close on Wednesday 4 February 2026 at 11:55pmPassionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart.Building a better energy future.Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.At Essential Energy, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to Essential Energy (including alternate formats of application forms or alternate ways for accessibility). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact [email protected] or call us on 1800 255 777.#J-18808-Ljbffr