Linesperson – Cert III Transmission Overhead
Core
Climbing transmission structures to install and maintain conductors, aerial equipment, and underground cables for new 500kV high voltage electricity transmission lines.
Role type
Linesperson (Cert III Transmission Overhead)
Builds
New 500kV double circuit transmission lines and upgraded infrastructure
Domain
Energy infrastructure / High voltage transmission
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Climbing transmission structures, Installing and maintaining conductors, Installing and maintaining aerial equipment, Installing and maintaining underground cables, Interpreting technical drawings and network line diagrams, Completing risk assessments, Adhering to health and safety policies
Preferred skills
Tower Rescue, Working on Overhead Transmission Line projects
Technologies
500kV transmission systems, Network line diagrams
Responsibilities
Climbing of transmission structures, Upgrade and construction of new and existing assets, Study and interpret technical drawings, network line diagrams and maps, Liaise with Network Operator Inspectors and customers, Complete comprehensive risk assessments, Maintain work in progress plans, Installing and maintaining conductors, aerial equipment, and underground cables, Installing and maintaining all associated electrical supply equipment, Attending to electrical breakdowns and emergencies
Seniority
Experienced Tradesperson