Rescue Services Officer

• Permanent Full Time | Starting from $94,582 + 16.5% Super
• Ensure safe access and provide critical confined space rescue support across Ausgrid’s network
• The role is 24/7 shift work on a rotating roster
•  Working out of our Banksmeadow Depot 

About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good

We’re the largest distributor of electricity 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.

It’s an exciting new chapter for our company 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.

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.

See yourself working here

We are seeking a safety-focused and highly skilled Rescue Service Officer to join our team. In this critical role, you will ensure safe access to Ausgrid assets and provide standby and rescue capability for confined space work across our network.

Your day-to-day will involve preparing and issuing confined space permits, setting up safe worksites, and maintaining fall arrest and rescue equipment. You’ll play a vital role in emergency preparedness and response, including implementing documented rescue plans and liaising with internal teams, contractors, and emergency services.

This is a hands-on role where your expertise in confined space entry and rescue will help keep our people safe and our network running.

What you bring to the role

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

You’ll bring:

• A Class C Driver Licence and Ausgrid fundamental safety training (CPR, First Aid, LV Rescue, HAC/SWMS, Substation Entry).
• Full competency in Confined Space Entry and Rescue, including SCBA use and current accreditation in nationally recognised units such as:
• PUASAR025A – Undertake confined space rescue
• HLTAID007 – Provide advanced resuscitation
• PUAFIR207B – Operate breathing apparatus open circuit
• Strong knowledge of WHS regulations, safe work practices, and Ausgrid’s operating environment.
• Physical and mental capability to perform rescues in challenging environments.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable: Electrical trade qualifications, trainer/assessor credentials, and advanced life support training.

Life at Ausgrid

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.

Celebrate success every day with our employee recognition program to bring out each other’s best. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, secondments, training and mentors, whose advice you’ll keep wherever you go.

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.

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

Application close date: Friday 5 December 2025 (please note, this date is subject to early closure)

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.