About The Opportunity
Are you a qualified electrician looking to take the next step in your career and develop specialist skills in High Voltage (HV) systems? Hitachi Energy is seeking a motivated Junior Field Service Technician to join our High Voltage Service team. This role offers a structured development pathway combining hands-on field experience, mentoring from experienced HV specialists, formal technical training, and industry-recognised GIS/AIS certification programs.
Working Alongside Senior Technicians And Engineers, You Will Gain Practical Experience Supporting The Installation, Commissioning, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, And Repair Of Hitachi Energy's High Voltage Switchgear Portfolio, Including Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS)Air-Insulated Switchgear (AIS) This is an excellent opportunity for an A-Grade Electrician who is safety-focused, technically curious, and keen to develop into a fully qualified High Voltage Field Service Technician.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Commissioning Support Assist with installation and assembly of GIS and AIS equipment
Support pre-commissioning activities
Assist with functional testing and energisation activities
Maintenance & Service Support
Support routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities
Perform visual inspections and condition assessments
Assist with gas density monitoring and leak detection
Support cleaning, lubrication, and mechanical adjustment activities
Participate in breakdown response and repair activities
Technical Development




Work under the guidance of experienced HV technicians and engineers
Develop skills in:
Electrical testing
Circuit breaker analysis
Timing and diagnostic testing
Protection and control verification
Fault finding and troubleshooting
Safety & Compliance
Follow all Hitachi Energy safety policies and procedures
Adhere to HV safety requirements and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) processes
Participate in Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and risk assessments
Support environmental compliance, including SF6 gas handling requirements
Promote a strong safety-first and zero-harm culture
Documentation & Customer Support
Complete service reports and maintenance records
Record test results and technical findings accurately
Maintain digital service and compliance documentation
Represent Hitachi Energy professionally on customer sites
About You
Essential Requirements
A-Grade Electrical Licence
Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals and safe work practices
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Current driver's licence
Ability to obtain required site access clearances and certifications
Robust commitment to safety




Willingness to travel and work on customer sites
Desirable Experience
Exposure to one or more of the following would be advantageous: HV substations
Industrial electrical systems
Switchgear or protection systems
Utility, mining, or heavy industrial environments
Mechanical assembly or maintenance activities
What We Offer
Structured career pathway into High Voltage Field Service
Comprehensive technical training and certification programs
Mentoring from experienced HV specialists
Exposure to industry-leading HV technology
Domestic and international training opportunities
Diverse field-based work environment
Opportunity to build a long‐term career with a global technology leader
What Success Looks Like
Our priorities are: Safety → Quality → Delivery → Cost Success
In This Role Will Be Demonstrated Through Safe work performance and commitment to zero harm
Completion of technical training and certification milestones
High-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction
Timely completion of assigned service activities
Our Values
At Hitachi Energy, We Believe In People Champion Creating an inclusive environment built on trust, safety, growth, and collaboration. Customer & Society Focus Acting with integrity while delivering value to customers and contributing positively to society. Innovation Continuously learning, challenging the status quo, and creating new value through technology and teamwork.
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📌 Junior Field Service Technician (Bathurst)
🏢 Hitachi Energy
📍 Bathurst