Electrical Fitter

Essential Energy

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are unique. We are a regional business that thinks on a global level. We work with determined, passionate and curious people to empower communities for a better tomorrow. Essential Water provides high-quality and reliable water and sewerage services to approximately 18,000 people in the Far West of New South Wales. We are united in our purpose, and we live our values. We love a challenge, thrive in a culture that’s all about teamwork and we are here for our customers no matter what. We thrive on teamwork and care about each other. We respect what makes us unique and celebrate the diverse talents, strengths, and perspectives that each of us bring. About the role Based in Broken Hill, the Electrical Fitter will work within the dedicated electrical team, responsible for the maintenance, repair and improvement works on all electrical, instrumentation and control assets within the business. Essential Water infrastructure includes pumping stations, water & wastewater treatment plants, storage & reticulation systems, SCADA & telemetry networks.

Requirements

Proven diagnostic, problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
Sound knowledge and experience working with industrial electrical and electronic equipment including motors, variable speed drives, instrumentation, PLCs and SCADA systems.
Knowledge of high and low voltage switching and LOTO practices.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings.
Capable of using basic computer software and mobile applications including asset and maintenance management systems.
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications.
Drivers Licence.
Qualified Supervisors Certificate.
WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).

Nice To Haves

Flexible, self-motivated, and able to work well in a team environment.
Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
Dedication to achieving great outcomes for our customers and our community.
Confidence to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to work effectively during times of unplanned events.
Adaptable to change with a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Carry out planned and emergency maintenance on electric motors, electrical distribution systems, chemical dosing systems and other electrical equipment associated with the water and sewer networks.
Installation and commissioning of new electrical assets including distribution boards, electric motors, valve actuators, instrumentation devices and other fixed equipment
Undertake inspection, testing and calibration activities and complete reports as required on electrical assets to meet safety, regulatory and operational requirements
Carry out diagnosis and rectification of faults in complex process control systems at water and wastewater treatment plants
Timely and accurate completion of risk assessments, work orders and other related forms
Be available and participate in after-hours/weekend standby roster and overtime requirements