High Voltage Engineer

Ventia's Sydney Water High Voltage Contract delivers specialized operations and maintenance services for Sydney Water's extensive portfolio of critical High Voltage assets, ranging from 3.3kV to 33kV. We are currently seeking a High Voltage Engineer to lead and mentor a team, offering technical expertise and guidance.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package with access to employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts and more.
• Full time permanent role with Tool of trade vehicle with fuel, plus phone, laptop and PPE provided.
• A generous call-out allowance upon qualification by Sydney Water.
• Genuine opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within the contract and across the broader Ventia business.
• A close-knit and supportive team, contributing to one of the largest essential services across Australia and New Zealand
• Work alongside a respectful, supportive, and experienced team, with a manager dedicated to your professional growth and development.
• Access to a range of Health and Wellness initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Passport, Ventia’s Healthy Minds program, and Healthy Bodies program.

About the role
The High Voltage Engineer will deliver proactive service for our client Sydney Water and the three Regional Delivery Consortia (RDC’s) who provide Electrical and Mechanical services to Sydney Water across their three regional areas - North, West and South. You may be required to travel across Sydney Water’s entire operational area, which spans from Warriewood in the north, Mount Victoria in the west, to Shellharbour in the south.

You'll be required to:

• Assign and monitor tasks, ensuring efficient resource use, team performance, and skill development.
• Oversee inspection, maintenance, and repair of HV electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance, minimizing downtime and optimizing system reliability.
• Lead risk assessments, ensure strict adherence to safety protocols (PPE, lock-out/tag-out, high-voltage standards), and foster safe working practices.
• Conduct inspections, identify system issues, and perform root cause analysis on HV system failures to recommend corrective actions.
• Provide technical leadership and support for maintenance, offering training on safety, equipment operation, and troubleshooting.

What we are looking for:

• Electrical Engineering qualifications (or equivalent) with demonstrated experience in HV equipment maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems, equipment, and maintenance procedures, including health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex electrical issues efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client, team, and management interactions.
• Proven experience managing maintenance projects, including scheduling, resource allocation, and budgeting.
• Experience in high-voltage plant construction and understanding of Single Line Diagrams and electrical control wiring diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license and NSW Electrical Supervisors Certificate or Electrical Contractors Licence.

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely, and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. 

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply
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Position Reference Number: 161674