High Voltage and Switchgear Technician
Build Your Career with Nilsen Engineering Services
With more than 100 years of industry experience, Nilsen (QLD) Pty Ltd is a trusted Australian electrical and communications contractor.
We are committed to technical excellence, safety, quality workmanship and developing our people.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced High Voltage and Switchgear Technician to join our Engineering Services team.
This position would suit a capable technician with practical experience servicing, maintaining and testing HV and LV switchgear within industrial or high energy environments.
Why Join Nilsen Engineering Services?
Attractive EBA wages, penalties and site allowances
Fully maintained company vehicle
Tools and specialist test equipment provided
Diverse industrial and HV work
Ongoing technical development and training
Support from an experienced Engineering Services team
Strong pipeline of maintenance and upgrade projects
Long term career opportunities within a national business
The Role
You will undertake servicing, maintenance, testing and fault finding across HV and LV electrical equipment on industrial and commercial sites.
The role includes field based technical work, preparation of test documentation and interaction with clients and site representatives.
Key Responsibilities
Servicing and maintaining HV and LV switchgear
Testing cables, circuit breakers, switchboards, transformers and motors
Primary injection testing




Insulation resistance, contact resistance and associated electrical testing
Switchgear inspections, cleaning, servicing and functional testing
HV switching and isolation activities
Fault finding and troubleshooting
Interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
Preparing technical reports and test documentation
Working safely in accordance with Nilsen and client procedures
Liaising with clients and site stakeholders
Mandatory Qualifications and Experience
Queensland Electrical Mechanic Licence
Current CPR and LV Rescue certification
Construction White Card
Current Driver Licence
Experience maintaining and testing HV or LV switchgear
Experience working in industrial, mining, utility or high energy environments
HV switching accreditation, or willingness to obtain it
Desirable Experience
Secondary injection and protection relay testing
Primary injection testing
Transformer and cable testing
Experience with Omicron or similar test equipment
Familiarity with Schneider, ABB, Siemens or SEL equipment
Robust fault finding and troubleshooting capability
What We Are Looking For
Sound practical switchgear experience
Strong safety focus
Attention to detail and quality workmanship
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and client relationship skills
Willingness to develop additional testing and protection skills
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📌 High Energy/Protection Electrician (Queensland)
🏢 Nilsen
📍 Queensland