Job Description
Are you a qualified electrician looking to take the next step in your career and develop specialist skills in High Voltage (HV) systems?
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Hitachi Energy is seeking a motivated Junior Field Service Technician to join our High Voltage Service team.
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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.
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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:
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Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS)
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Air-Insulated Switchgear (AIS)
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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.
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Key Responsibilities
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Assist with installation and assembly of GIS and AIS equipment
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Support pre‐commissioning activities
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Assist with functional testing and energisation activities
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Maintenance & Service Support
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Support routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities
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Perform visual inspections and condition assessments
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Assist with gas density monitoring and leak detection
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Support cleaning, lubrication, and mechanical adjustment activities
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Participate in breakdown response and repair activities
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Technical Development
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Work under the guidance of experienced HV technicians and engineers
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Develop skills in:n
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Electrical testing
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Circuit breaker analysis
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Timing and diagnostic testing
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Protection and control verification
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Fault finding and troubleshooting
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Safety & Compliance
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Follow all Hitachi Energy safety policies and procedures
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Adhere to HV safety requirements and Lock‐Out/Tag‐Out (LOTO) processes
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Participate in Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and risk assessments
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Promote a strong safety‐first and zero‐harm culture
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Documentation & Customer Support
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Complete service reports and maintenance records
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Record test results and technical findings accurately
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Maintain digital service and compliance documentation
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Represent Hitachi Energy professionally on customer sites
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About You
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A-Grade Electrical Licence
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Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals and safe work practices
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Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
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Current driver's licence
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Ability to obtain required site access clearances and certifications
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Strong commitment to safety
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Willingness to travel and work on customer sites
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Exposure to one or more of the following would be advantageous:
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HV substations
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Industrial electrical systems
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Switchgear or protection systems
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Utility, mining, or heavy industrial environments
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Mechanical assembly or maintenance activities
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What We Offer
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Structured career pathway into High Voltage Field Service
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Comprehensive technical training and certification programs
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Mentoring from experienced HV specialists
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Exposure to industry‐leading HV technology
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Domestic and international training opportunities
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Diverse field‐based work environment
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Opportunity to build a long‐term career with a global technology leader
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What Success Looks Like
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Our priorities are:
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Success in this role will be demonstrated through:
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Protected work performance and commitment to zero harm
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Completion of technical training and certification milestones
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High‐quality service delivery and customer satisfaction
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Timely completion of assigned service activities
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Our Values
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At Hitachi Energy, we believe in:
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People Champion
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Creating an inclusive environment built on trust, safety, growth, and collaboration.
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Customer & Society Focus
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Acting with integrity while delivering value to customers and contributing positively to society.
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Innovation
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Continuously learning, challenging the status quo, and creating new value through technology and teamwork.
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📌 Junior Field Service Technician (Victoria)
🏢 Hitachi Energy
📍 Victoria