Transmission Linesperson

57.46pr per hour for cert 3, with additional allowances for hot stick and bare hand competencies available

Permanent full-time employment

11/3 days roster

Consistent and stable work with a guaranteed opportunity to work a minimum of 8 working hours per day on two weekends per calendar month.

Travelling – various contracts requiring opportunity to work and see different locations throughout regional SA and Australia

10 years and counting, servicing a high-profile client

Living Away from Home Allowances - when working away

Tool Allowances

Competitive and attractive wages, plus penalties

Retention payment post probation period

The Role:

Based out of our South Australian Wingfield depot, Ventia are seeking Transmission Linesworkers to perform maintenance and construction tasks and ensure the safe, timely and cost effective completion of work in accordance with company and client policies and procedures.

Position Requirements:

You will be a fully qualified Electrical Linesworker with demonstrated experience in electrical transmission and have a high-level safety philosophy.

Current Certificate III or equivalent qualifications in Electrical Transmission

South Australian Electrical Workers Licence (Transmission) or the ability to obtain one

Further, your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

Works on various structure types of transmission lines at voltages from 66kV to 500kV

Lifting, climbing poles, trenching for the installation of underground cable, or working in overhead buckets

Installing and repairing poles, cables, and electrical equipment related to overhead transmission systems

Working to ensure public safety and electrical crew safety through personal protection equipment and by practicing emergency procedures and training

Operating a variety of different equipment, including bucket trucks

Completing electronic and paper reports and records

The Company:

Ventia is an operations, maintenance and construction services organisation, operating globally in the resources, energy, industrial, infrastructure, rail, property and defence sectors. This is a diverse and growing business offering the training, opportunities and support you need to begin and build a successful career. Leveraging the specialist expertise and experience we have built within our Transmission & Distribution business we are continuing to develop modern services and deliver career development and training to our employees as Electrical Transmission Linesworkers.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

If you have the above skills and experience, we would love to hear from you, click the apply button on this page.

Position Reference Number: 158326