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Lines Worker

Power and Water Corporation
Darwin Full-day Full-time

Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION Northern Territory Government
Job title Lines Worker
Classification Trade Technical Position no. 13324
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Business unit Power Services Location Darwin
Reports to Field Supervisor Overhead Reports to P/no. 42025
Inclusion and Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for
diversity and vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you
Special Measures require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For
recruitment plans more information about applying for this position and the merit process, click here.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special
Measures plan, click here.
Information for Applications must be limited to a one-page summary sheet and an attached resume/cv. For further
Applicants information for applicants and example applications: click here.
Information about If you accept this position, a detailed summary of your merit (including work history, experience,
Selected qualifications, skills, information from referees, etc.) will be provided to other applicants, to ensure
Applicant’s Merit transparency and better understanding of the reasons for decision. For further information: click here.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
Responsible for undertaking installation, inspection, maintenance and repair activities on network systems throughout the Northern
Territory, as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The “WHAT” to be delivered
  • Undertake construction, inspection, repair and maintenance activities of electrical distribution and transmission assets.
  • Utilise and participate in business systems supporting maintenance, procurement, customer service and network performance.
  • Participate in system operational work including field switching.
  • Communicate effectively with workmates, supervisors and the general public and establish effective working relationships.
  • Participate in training activities to meet organisational requirements.
  • Ability to undertake works in regions outside Darwin as may be reasonably required and directed.
COMPETENCY PROFILE
“HOW” to do it ( Manager of Self profile - refer to Power and Water’s Behavioural Competency Guide)
Ensures accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Action orientated Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Communicates Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique
effectively needs of diverse audiences.
Customer Focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared obligations.
Instils trust and values Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives while
difference recognising the value that different perspectives and diverse cultures bring to an organisation.
Is resilient Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Self-development with Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development
self-awareness channels, using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal
strengths and weaknesses.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
No. of Direct Reports 0 No. of Indirect Reports 0
Key Interactions: External Customers
LAST UPDATED: April 2024 EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: ____________
AT POWER AND WATER:
JOB DESCRIPTION Northern Territory Government
COMPLIANCE
We expect you to:
  • Actively align, support and promote Power and Water’s Values and support building a constructive workplace culture that
celebrates achievement through its people.
  • Carry out duties in accordance with Power and Water’s Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, working towards our
goal of Zero Harm.
  • Ensure all activities undertaken as a Power and Water employee comply with Power and Water’s Code of Conduct , Management
Standards and Procedures, relevant Acts, legal demands and that you manage all of your activities and responsibilities within the
Power and Water risk management framework.
  • Pass a job-specific pre-employment medical (if applicable).
SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualification and Skills Experience
Essential • AQF Certificate III in ESI Distribution or Equivalent or • A proven track record with Safety and reliability.
ability to achieve through a relevant qualification gap • Experience in distribution network systems.
analysis process. • Demonstrated knowledge of overhead distribution
  • C grade vehicle license. systems and networks.
  • EWP Licence. • Demonstrated and developed experience with
  • White card or equivalent “Construction induction Card.” engaging customers and stakeholders.
  • Current NT Electrical Licence or ability to obtain.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable • XLPE Cable Jointing recognised qualification • Experience in testing services and system earthing.
  • Live Line Transmission Hot Stick and Barehand • Maintenance on Transmission network up to
qualifications 66kV/132kV.
  • EFM Electrical Fitter Mechanic. • HV/LV cable jointing construction and
  • C2 Crane. maintenance.
  • HR, HC, or MC Truck license. • Bore/Install pole for distribution network system.
  • Distribution HV Operator Qualifications • Experience in leading field teams.
  • Current Live Line Glove and Barrier and or Hot Stick up to
and including 22kv.
  • Dogging / Basic Rigging qualifications.
FURTHER INFORMATION
1. For further information please contact Steven Budd on 0401 114 532.
2. Information about Power and Water Corporation may be viewed at powerwater.com.au.
3. The total remuneration package amounts published for this position include base salary, superannuation and annual leave loading.
4. An offer of appointment, promotion or transfer for this vacancy is subject to passing a job-specific pre-employment medical
examination.
Apply online: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=318641 Approved March 2025
Vacancy closes: 07/04/2025 Belinda Small - Executive General Manager, Power Services
AT POWER AND WATER:
30 Mar 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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