Date: 9 Sept 2025
Location:AU
- $104,723 base + 16.5% Super + a fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
- Permanent Full-time Role
- Based at our Banksmeadow Depot
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We are seeking a safety-oriented tradesperson with strong carpentry skills, particularly in formwork construction. You will be self-motivated, possess a solid work ethic, and demonstrate an ability to problem-solve in dynamic environments. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of Ausgrid assets, including pits, hatch covers, and substations, with a focus on repair and maintenance of civil components.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Construct, erect, install, and repair structures, fittings, and fixtures related to both network and non-network assets.
- Safely operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors and apparatus, adhering to stringent safety protocols.
- Prepare work sites and equipment for safe and efficient project completion.
- Assess and prepare job sites, ensuring readiness for scheduled tasks.
- Lead and supervise contractor teams to achieve safety-first, high-quality outcomes on time.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and seamless project delivery.
- Interpret and apply technical drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes, and specifications to ensure adherence to quality standards.
To be successful, you will have the following skills & experience:
- Trade qualifications in Carpentry and experience in a related trade.
- Class C driver’s licence.
- Safety Training - CPR, First Aid, Release LV Rescue, HAC/SWMS, Substation Entry, Apply Access Procedures, Environmental Training and Electrical Safety Rules accreditation.
- Sound knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations and procedures such as safe working practices, Environmental Guidelines, network standards and codes of practice.
- Asbestos awareness and working with asbestos materials.
- WH&S WorkCover – General Induction.
- Demonstrated experience in the application of manual handling techniques.
- Basic level of computer literacy applied to a range of applications relevant to the role.
- Proven ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to meeting the needs of the client.
- Demonstrated capability to manage multiple tasks, to prioritise work activities, and to work unsupervised.
- Confined Spaces Training.
- Experience in managing and leading a range of contractors.
- Experience in construction and maintenance practices relevant to the electricity distribution industry.
- Knowledge of modern methods of formwork, reinforced concrete construction and specialised formwork for Ausgrid pits.
- Understanding of the requirements of public utilities in conjunction with excavations in public streets.
- Knowledge in excavation and shoring techniques