Engineering Officer

• Take the lead on Ausgrid’s technical field support at Homebush Depot, troubleshooting, continuous improvement of maintenance procedures and systems.
• Permanent Full Time | $145,036 Base + 16% Super
• Enjoy a 9 day fortnight in support of work life balance!
• Join us at our Homebush Depot | Flexible hybrid work model

Ausgrid is on an exciting renewables transformation journey, and now is the time to be a part of something big! As a leader in energy distribution, we’re proud to service Sydney, the Hunter and Central Coast, delivering safe and reliable electricity to more than 1.8 million homes and businesses – that’s over 4 million Australians relying on us every day.

Our purpose is to make electricity accessible for all, and it’s our people that bring this to life. As we continue to grow, we are in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals. Together, we can move towards a smarter, more sustainable future.

At Ausgrid, we are powered by diversity. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We are committed to creating a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workforce, and encourage applications from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Your new role

This is your opportunity to play a key role in one of Australia's most dynamic renewable energy growth areas. Ausgrid together with PLUS ES (part of the Ausgrid Group) is looking for an Operations and Maintenance Engineer or Engineering Officer to join the team.

Specifically focused on Infrastructure Services, this role is essential to the continued success of PLUS ES’s EVCI, BOM Fibre and Electrical (Embedded/SAPs etc) Network management. You will play a key role in the ongoing support, maintenance, and operational readiness of these assets for PLUS ES & our Operation & Maintenance customers. This role will be pivotal in shaping and implementing long-term asset management strategies, maintenance practices, and engineering support for a growing fleet of EVCI, underground & overheard fibre assets, and electrical infrastructure, while mentoring field teams and supporting external commercial clients.

The Opportunity

As the Operations and Maintenance Engineer/Engineering Officer – Infrastructure Services, you will work closely with the relevant Portfolio Manager’s to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient ongoing operation of infrastructure assets. You will take the lead on technical field support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of maintenance procedures and systems.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and/or implementation of asset management systems and procedures.
• Provide leadership in technical response to operational issues and maintenance activities across PLUS ES assets.
• Collaborating with engineering, asset performance, delivery, and vendor teams to ensure high availability and reliability of EVCI sites fibre links.
• Developing and refining O&M work practices, templates, maintenance schedules, and fault response protocols to ensure consistent outcomes.
• Monitoring and reporting on operational KPIs, site availability, and defect trends to drive program performance and insights.
• Providing mentoring and technical support to field technicians and operational staff.
• Supporting the long-term optimisation of PLUS ES’s ECVI and BOM Fibre portfolios.
• Support the Business Development Team in responding to market opportunities, enabling growth of PLUS ES O&M business.

Spark our interest!

Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude and alignment to our core values.

About You

You're an experienced field technician, project manager or engineer with a strong background in operations and maintenance of electrical and infrastructure. You bring:

• Proven experience in technical field support, maintenance engineering, or operations roles – ideally involving electrical infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of preventative and reactive maintenance practices, asset reliability, and safety procedures.
• Experience developing or implementing maintenance documentation, schedules, and systems.
• A leadership mindset and ability to support, guide, and mentor operational teams.
• Excellent communication skills and a structured approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Life at Ausgrid

At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits designed to support your financial, health, and personal well-being! From salary sacrificing on electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, you’re bound to find something that empowers your life. Plus, our Fit for Life program ensures you're always feeling your best—physically and mentally. 

Celebrate success every day with our Amped Recognition Program, where peers can cheer each other on. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, organisational training, secondments and our dynamic mentoring program. 

We’re proud to offer gender-neutral family leave to support all our employees, as well as an exclusive Employee Staff Club for a little extra fun. For those supporting family members, our Aged Care Support Services offer expert guidance on aged care to ensure peace of mind. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life!

If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.

Application close date: 30th August 2025 (please note, this date is subject to early closure)

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.

Join us in shaping a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive.