About this role
<p style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">$84,978 base + 16.5% Super + a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)</span></strong></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Permanent Full-time role | Working Hours: 7am to 3:30pm</span></strong></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Based at our Ourimbah Depot</span></strong></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">We’re the largest distributer of electricity<strong> </strong>on Australia’s east coast, which means over two million homes and businesses rely on our good work. We’re here at the heart of the energy transition, and we’re driven by a powerful purpose to make electricity accessible for all.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">It’s an exciting new chapter for our company<strong> </strong>with each day bringing a renewed energy to how we deliver, store and use electricity. As we continue to grow, we’re in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Everyone’s job is important here. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and encourage applications from all backgrounds.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">See yourself working here</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Reporting to the Field Supervisor, the Electricity Supply Operative will have a vital role in providing general services to support the construction, maintenance and breakdown work of the organisation’s property and network assets. You will prepare work sites and equipment to enable the wider team to perform safe completion of works, participating in emergency restoration work, safely operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and acting as a safety observer for activities on or around the network.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">The success applicant will be an enthusiastic collaborator and self-starter who is able to work in fast paced environments. They will demonstrate a safety focused approach in a high-risk industry.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Your key responsibilities will include:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Installation and removal of power poles</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Groundman services for line crews and general labouring tasks to assist the crew</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Crane and plant operation (bobcat, excavator, cable winch trucks, truck driving)</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Participate in emergency restoration work.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">What you bring to the role</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">To be successful, you will have the following skills & experience:</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">High Risk Work Licences (HRWL) – multiple e.g., dogging, forklift, mobile crane</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Class MR drivers licence (HR drivers licence preferred)</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Sound knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations, and procedures such as safe working practices, network standards and codes of practice</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">WH&S WorkCover – General Induction</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Demonstrated experience in the operation of plant and equipment</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Competence in the use of various hand, power operated and specialised tools</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Asbestos awareness and understanding of how to work safely with asbestos materials</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Demonstrated experience in the application of safe manual handling techniques</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Basic skills in the use of computers and mobile devices</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating with others</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Life at Ausgrid </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits. From salary sacrificing electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, our benefits support your work here, and your life out there.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Celebrate achievements every day through our employee recognition program, designed to inspire excellence and bring out the best in one another. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><br>We’re proud to offer gender-neutral parental leave to balance work when growing your family. And if you’re caring for elderly parents, our aged care support services offer expert guidance to help you access care for your loved ones. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team </span><a href="mailto:[email protected]"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">[email protected]</span></a><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Application close date: 3 August 2026</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <em>(please note, this date is subject to early closure)</em></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><em>By applying, you may be considered for a Talent Pool to support future opportunities over the next 12 months.</em></span></p>