- $155k base | 16.5% Super | Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
- Permanent Role | Wallsend Depots | Work use company vehicle
- Lead a team of skilled overhead workers!
Here at Ausgrid, we’re working on a future that works for everyone. As a leader in energy distribution, we’re proud of the work we do, delivering safe and reliable electricity to more than 2 million homes and businesses – that’s over 4 million Australians relying on us every day.
We’re driven by our purpose to make electricity accessible for all, and it’s our people that bring this to life. As we continue to grow, we are in search of exceptional talent to help us achieve our goals. We’re working today for a sustainable, affordable tomorrow.
We are powered by diversity. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We are committed to creating a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workforce, and encourage applications from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Your new role
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving operational excellence and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality? We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Supervisor to join our team. In this pivotal role, your leadership is at the heart of our operations, you will lead and support a highly skilled technical overhead workgroup engaged in network maintenance and emergency response activities.
- Strategic thinking to build & develop collaborative teams
- Management of competing priorities
- Attend to and resolve or coordinate the resolution of customer complaints
- Undertake relevant audits and inspections, and check and/or complete compliance-based documentation
- Planning packages of live work tasks
- Validating defects in field and providing recommended rectifications
- Monitoring site safety of internal and contract crews
- Updating and/or providing accurate data to update ERP systems such as SAP, GIS etc
- Performance management
Spark our interest!
Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.
The successful candidate will hold Safety as a core value! You are a skilled and passionate leader who is Electrically qualified (Cert III Electrotechnology or ESI OH/UG). We need you to be experienced in leading and developing field-based employees, in heavy industry and/or high-risk environments. You are a strong communicator who thrives on fostering strong relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders.
You are highly adaptable, agile, and work well within a collaborative environment. We need someone who can plan and prioritise their workloads to meet tight deadlines.
- Sound knowledge of trade-based practices preferably in the electricity distribution industry
- Class C Drivers Licence.
- Electrical Safety Rules accreditation
- Sound knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations and procedures such as safe working practices, network standards and codes of practice
Life at Ausgrid
At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits designed to support your financial, health, and personal well-being! From salary sacrificing on electric vehicles and novated leasing, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to Fitness Passport, you’re bound to find something that empowers your life. Plus, our Fit for Life program ensures you're always feeling your best—physically and mentally.
Celebrate success every day with our Amped Recognition Program, where peers can cheer each other on. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, organisational training, secondments and our dynamic mentoring program.
We’re proud to offer gender-neutral family leave to support all our employees, as well as an exclusive Employee Staff Club for a little extra fun. For those supporting family members, our Aged Care Support Services offer expert guidance on aged care to ensure peace of mind. At Ausgrid, it's all about supporting you in every aspect of life!
If you require support with your application/reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent team recruitment@ausgrid.com.au.
Applications Close: 3 September 2025 Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received.
Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.
Careers that are wired for good!