A4 – Transmission Linesworker Assembly/Erector at UGL Limited

Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Rigging, Dogging, Work at Heights, Elevated Work Platform, Tower Rescue, Lifting Equipment Inspection, Bolt Management, Load Mass Calculation, Slinging Requirements, Lift Plan Interpretation

Industry

Rail Transportation

Description

The Project UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the ~140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project. HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure. The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0. The Role: We are looking for experienced Transmission Linesworkers or Telecommunication Tower Riggers to join our Assembly and Erection crews in Tarcutta, NSW. This will be a full-time permanent opportunity working to a 19/9 roster, 10-12 hour days. FIFO/ DIDO options available with flights and accommodation provided at our brand new camps. Works will involve: Layout steel into suitable location for assembly Sufficiently bolt and install members to meet specifications Inspection of steel and identify / report defects Conduct routine checks on all lifting equipment, including hooks &/or attachments Bolt management and tightening process understood Calculation of load masses, assessment of lifting points & slinging requirements Read and understand lift plans for works About You Construction White Card Rigging and Dogging – High Risk Work Licences Work at Heights licence Elevated Work platform - over 11m Tower Rescue Previous experience working in overhead transmission lines or telecommunication towers Work to a high standard and be passionate about what you do Ability to undergo a pre-employment medical We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply. We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including: A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within. Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career. Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance. Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation. ***Due to a high volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include laying out steel components for assembly, bolting and installing members according to specifications, and inspecting steel for defects. Workers must also conduct routine checks on lifting equipment and manage bolt tightening processes.