Electrical Tradesperson

Electrical Tradesperson – Balcatta – Permanent

Join Western Power's Asset Operations team and play a key role in maintaining the safety, reliability and performance of Western Australia's electricity network. In this role, you will undertake maintenance, testing and inspection activities across the high-voltage and Low Voltage distribution network, helping ensure critical network assets operate safely and efficiently.

Your Role in Action

Act as a skilled Electrical Tradesperson, undertaking HV/LV maintenance, testing and inspection activities across the distribution network while contributing to the safe, reliable and efficient operation of Western Power's network.

- Undertake HV/LV basic testing, maintenance and inspection activities on the distribution electricity network.

- Execute programmed and emergency maintenance work in accordance with manufacturer and Western Power requirements, issued drawings and procedures.

- Carry out testing and inspections as required and mark-up drawings as necessary.

- Participate in pre-job planning to identify risks, hazards, task variables and appropriate control measures.

- Assist in unplanned events and out-of-the-ordinary situations to keep work on schedule and minimise impacts to customers.

- Undertake assigned tasks in accordance with the ESSR and Work Practices Manual.

- Maintain and enhance core skills in line with changing industry standards and business requirements.

- Assist with building team capability by providing and sharing technical knowledge and experience with others in the team.

What Makes You a Great Fit

- Current WA ‘A’ Grade Electrical Workers Licence.

- Certificate III Electro-Technology.

- Demonstrated industry experience as an Electrical Tradesperson.

- Experience working within a distribution network environment preferred.

- Ability to work safely within a high-risk operational environment and follow established procedures and work practices.

- Good communication and interpersonal skills.

- Self- motivated who can work independently, take initiative and contribute effectively within a team environment.

- Relevant network authorisations, high-risk licences or additional operational competencies will be highly regarded.

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. Y ou will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:

- Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.

- The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.

- Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.

- An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.

- An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.

- In addition to standard leave, enjoy 2 additional public holidays.

- 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections.

Applications close on 2 9 October 2026

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a  WORK180 -endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our  Reconciliation Action Plan  and  Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

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