About Electra Net

Electra Net builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

Electra Net is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package based on experience. In addition, we are proud to offer:

• Performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%
• Flexible and remote working arrangements including regular work from home
• 15 days personal/carers leave per year
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer
• Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
• Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations

Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a Lead Asset Engineer on a full-time permanent basis, based in Adelaide, South Australia to join our team and provide technical leadership for lifecycle management of substation primary equipment.
In this pivotal role, you will guide our team, serve as a subject matter expert, and drive an optimised maintenance strategy. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring that our substations operate at optimal performance and resilience.
Additionally, you’ll:

• Provide technical leadership and guidance for the procurement, installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of substation primary equipment.
• Analyse asset performance data to identify potential failures and implement corrective actions.
• Lead or participate in investigations into substation primary asset failures, ensuring root cause analysis and appropriate corrective actions are taken.
• Ensure technical information and requirements are clearly communicated to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide interpretation of commissioning test data to ensure safe energisation and operation of substations.
• Mentor less experienced team members to enhance their technical skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of optimized maintenance strategies for substation primary equipment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 10+ years' experience in the design, installation/commissioning, operations or maintenance of substation primary assets.
• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline (essential).
• Eligible for membership of Engineers Australia (essential).
• Understanding of asset life cycle management principles.
• In-depth knowledge of substation primary equipment, performance, and operation.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and build relationships.
• Expert understanding of HV assets & power transformer design, manufacturing and relevant standards.
• Demonstrated ability in installation, commissioning, and testing.
• Experience in reliability engineering (statistical analysis).
• Post-graduate management or business-related qualifications (desirable).

We’re looking for individuals who:

• Bring unique perspectives and fresh ideas to the table.
• Are adaptable and eager to learn new things.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.

How To Apply

Please apply online via our careers page before 22 November 2024. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page.

Successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.