Electrician (165213) presso Ventia

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Ventia’s Western Power contract is growing—and so is our team. We’re currently seeking experienced Electricians to be part of a dynamic workforce delivering essential services across WA. With recently increased rates, strong team culture, and genuine opportunities for career development, this is a standout chance to take the next step in your career with a company that values your contribution.

As an Electrician, you’ll play a key role in supporting both overhead and underground distribution projects across Western Australia. Working closely with Cable Jointers and Lineworkers, you’ll contribute to customer connections, infrastructure upgrades, and network resilience initiatives, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with network upgrade projects, including reconductoring and transformer replacements
• Contribute to network resilience efforts, particularly in regional areas
• Support overhead and underground distribution works across various sites
• Deliver customer connection projects, including pole replacements, underground cable jointing and connections, transformer and switchgear installations, and meter setups
• Participate in streetlight installation and upgrade projects
• Collaborate with Cable Jointers and Lineworkers to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery
• Maintain safety, quality, and compliance across all field operations

What’s in it for you?
Ventia offers more than just a job—we provide a career pathway with genuine rewards and flexibility. As part of our Western Power team, you’ll enjoy:

• Ongoing overtime and weekend work available for those who want extra earning potential
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceTwo rostered days off every fortnight
• A balanced mix of metro and regional work to keep things interesting
• Training and skill advancement, particularly in Underground Cable Jointing
• Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA) of up to $355 per day for regional travel
• Access to brand new tools, equipment, and fleet vehicles

What we’re looking for:
We’re seeking skilled and safety-focused Electricians who bring experience, qualifications, and a great attitude to the team, as well as:

• WA Electrical Licence or a recognised equivalent
• Proven experience in civil electrical work, particularly near powerlines, including maintenance and upgrade activities
• Hands-on experience in underground cable laying, jointing, and testing
• Current driver’s licence: MR class is highly desirable
• Elevated Work Platform and High-Risk Work Licences - DG, LF, CV or higher

This is an exciting time to join Ventia as we return to partner with Western Power to seamlessly connect our homes, businesses, and essential community infrastructure to an increasingly renewable energy mix, supercharging our vibrant West Australian lifestyle. For over 70 years, Western Power has been providing Western Australians with safe, reliable and efficient energy.

The scope of work will include the delivery of maintenance services across Western Power's transmission, distribution network and the maintenance of large complex assets, whilst servicing customers in city centres, regional and remote communities.

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate. 

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, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.    

How to apply    
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.    

Position Reference Number: 165213