Introduction:
About Powertech
Powertech is a trusted leader in high-voltage services across Australia and Southeast Asia, driving critical projects in mining, energy, infrastructure, and defence since 1998. We foster a strong culture backed by comprehensive training and cutting-edge systems, empowering our expert engineers and technicians to deliver exceptional results.
Due to continued growth in our low-voltage services division, we’re hiring an LV Switchgear Technician to join our Brisbane team. If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, delivering complex retrofit and upgrade solutions across a wide range of industries, Powertech offers the ideal platform.
Why Join Us?
Relocation Support – We’ll help you settle into Brisbane, from anywhere in Australia or NZ.
Flexibility – Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.
Expert Team – Join a crew that values innovation and collaboration.
Career Growth – Advance your skills on high-impact projects.
Diverse Work – Projects across mining, renewables, defence, rail, and more.
About the Role
You will be responsible for the scoping, planning, execution, and testing of LV switchgear works across industrial and utility sectors. Key duties include:
Scoping and executing LV ACB (Air Circuit Breaker) upgrades and retrofits
Testing, commissioning, and maintaining LV switchboards, MCCs, and ACBs
Performing CB timing tests, primary injection, and secondary injection protection testing
Modifying and upgrading existing LV systems to meet current standards
Preparing technical documentation and reports
Supporting project delivery teams across multiple sites
About You
Hold a current Queensland Electrical Fitter/Mechanic Licence
Proven experience in LV switchgear, ACBs, MCCs, and protection testing
Familiarity with Omicron test equipment (CMC series, Cibano, CPC100, CTA)
Strong understanding of protection principles and LV systems
Excellent fault-finding, analytical, and documentation skills
High regard for safety, quality, and professional communication
Willingness to travel for site work as required
Desirable
Experience with Schneider, ABB, Terasaki, or Siemens ACBs
HV switching ticket or experience with HV/LV interfaces
Ready to Join the Team?
Upload your resume and let’s get started.