- Rare opportunity to join our Northern Region Cable Jointer team as a Leading Hand!
- $113k base + 16.5% Super + a fortnightly Rostered Day Off
- Wallsend Depot location
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
The Cable Jointer Leading Hand plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, reliability, sustainability, and affordability of our network. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating field employees to work safely and efficiently according to approved standards, with a primary focus on safety. You'll oversee on-site activities, including safety protocols, permits, and coordination with other teams. Additionally, you'll coordinate emergency restoration work, address customer complaints, mentor less experienced employees, and provide technical advice. Collaboration with planners and schedulers to allocate resources effectively and preparing job sites for upcoming work are also key aspects of the role.
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.
- Qualified Line Worker– Cert III in ESI Power Systems (or equivalent) plus proven experience in an electrical trade role within the electricity distribution or relevant industry.
- Class C drivers licence.
- High Risk Work Licences (HRWL) – multiple such as Elevated Work Platform and Dogging.
- WH&S WorkCover – General Induction.
- Electrical Safety Rules accreditation and other relevant statutory training.
- Demonstrated experience supervising or coordinating the work of other employees or contractors within own or other work group.
- Sound knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations and procedures such as safe working practices, network standards and codes of practice.
- Asbestos awareness and experience working safely with asbestos materials related to line work.
- Demonstrated experience in the application of safe manual handling techniques.
- Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating with others.
- Demonstrated experience liaising with customers, including the resolution of complaints / issues.
- Demonstrated capability to complete both written and system based documentation.
- Demonstrated capability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work activities.
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 [email protected].
Applications Close: 10 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.
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