Transmission Fluid Cable Technician

• $113,291 - $124,159 base + 16.5% Super + a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Permanent Full-time role | Working Hours: 7am – 3:30pm
• Based at our Homebush Depot | Required to be on call

About Ausgrid – we’re wired for good

We’re the largest distributer 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

Reporting to the Field Supervisor, the Transmission Fluid Cable Technician plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of Ausgrid’s Oil Filled Cable Network. This position focuses on the inspection, maintenance, and repair of secondary systems and equipment that support the sub-transmission cable infrastructure.

Your key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Install, maintain, and service secondary systems supporting sub-transmission cable systems, including oil and gas monitoring systems for 33kV to 132kV cables.
• Maintain the gas pressure system within the 33kV Gas Feeder Network to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Conduct nitrogen gas leak detection using specialised location methods across the 33kV Gas Feeder Network.
• Perform routine maintenance and fault diagnosis on oil and gas cable alarm systems for 33kV to 132kV networks.

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. 

To be successful, you will have the following skills & experience:

• Qualified Electrical Fitter Mechanic – Cert III in ESI Power Systems (or equivalent).
• Class C drivers Licence.
• HR Licence.
• Electrical Safety Rules accreditation.
• Sound knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations and procedures as safe work practices, network standards and codes of practice.
• High Risk Licences (HRWL) – multiple – Forklift, EWP etc.
• Maintain Annual Statutory requirements specified in training matrix.
• WH&S WorkCover – General Induction.
• Asbestos awareness and working with asbestos material related to substations and cable jointing works.
• Demonstrate experience in the application of manual handling techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating with others.
• Confined Space accreditation for access to and working in a confined space.

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/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent Team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.

Application close date: 16th September 2025 (please note, this date is subject to early closure)

Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.