About this role
<div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Network Investigation Technician – Permanent – Kewdale Depot </span></strong></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">This position is responsible for conducting technical investigation of network faults. To investigate, identify and resolve moderate to complex network issues associated with the LV and HV network, including power quality, electric shock investigations and conducting network switching operations. </span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Your Role in Action </strong> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Take personal accountability for safety in the work environment and ensure safe work practises are followed and a safe work environment maintained. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Plan for work in advance and adapt plan when resources are pulled away for other business priorities or system conditions change. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">During times of escalated fault activity, maintain the integrity of the network with minimal loss of supply. Ensure prompt attendance to faults, isolating the system and taking steps to restore supplies and manage public access as appropriate to the fault type. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Progress process improvement initiatives to achieve optimal service delivery and safety initiatives by identifying and evaluating opportunities for performance improvement </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Provide technical advice and support to internal and external crews and customers. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Investigate moderate to complex network problems associated with the LV and HV network, including power quality & electric shocks whilst liaising with the customer to analyse and identify root causes. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Use advanced electronic recording equipment to capture network power quality issues and technical software to model and design network solutions. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Use complex software to commission new switchgear and diagnose electrical and mechanical faults on distribution automation equipment and associated SCADA communication hardware. </span></p> </li> </ul> <p style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> What Makes You a Great Fit </span></strong></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">“A” grade WA Electrical Workers License endorsed for Electrical Fitting / Mechanic – essential </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Possess Cert III (ESI Distribution / Transmission Overhead / Power Systems Distribution Cable Jointing) and/or Electrical Trade Certificate, and hold a current WA Electrical Workers License. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">A minimum of 5 + years advanced technical experience within a particular discipline, preferably in the Networks business. Hold all appropriate industry licences or certificates of competency in accordance with the Energy Safety Act 2006. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Hold all appropriate industry licences or certificates of competency especially substation inspection, testing, maintenance and repair </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Flexibility to work in a 24/7 environment </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work alone or within a team environment </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Knowledge of field practices, procedures, engineering standards and regulations applicable to the Section and Stream. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Knowledge of distribution and transmission networks and supply requirements </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections. </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Applications close on <strong>4 August 2026</strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a <a style="color:black" href="https://work180.com/app/en-au/for-women/employer/western-power" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">WORK180</a>-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our <a style="color:black" href="https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/what-we-do/reconciliation-action-plan/?_sqt=reconcilation%20action%20plan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reconciliation Action Plan</a> and <a style="color:black" href="https://www.westernpower.com.au/accessibility/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.</a> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Learn more about Western Power here: <a style="color:black" href="https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">About (westernpower.com.au)</a> </span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Find out how we’re building A Network for Life: <a style="color:black" href="https://www.westernpower.com.au/resources-education/our-network-the-grid/a-network-for-life/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">A network for life (westernpower.com.au)</a></span></p> </div><div></div>