Assess risk and prioritise work programs to support network safety and integrity
Plan and coordinate contractors involved in field data collection activities
Conduct accurate field measurements using specialised cathodic protection testing equipment
Analyse field data and implement corrective actions to optimise system performance
Record and maintain quality asset data to support lifecycle management
Prepare timely reports to satisfy regulatory and statutory requirements
Provide training and technical guidance to contractors and field personnel
Identify trends in system performance and recommend remedial actions
Conduct investigations, fault-finding, surveys, and analysis using specialised equipment
Support the development and enhancement of corrosion protection systems
Assess electrical earthing and surge protection systems to ensure operational safety
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade cathodic protection infrastructure
Calibrate and maintain specialised testing equipment in accordance with industry standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the business
Requirements
Extensive experience conducting cathodic protection testing on transmission and reticulation pipelines
Experience coordinating cathodic protection field testing, including Victorian Electrolysis Committee (VEC) area testing and foreign structure interference testing
Demonstrated experience undertaking coating assessment surveys using DCVG equipment
Experience using Pipeline-to-Foreign Earth Contact location equipment
Experience operating and maintaining field-based data logging systems
Knowledge of relevant Australian standards, industry codes, and quality systems
Robust analytical skills with the ability to interpret field data and recommend corrective actions
Proven ability to prepare detailed technical reports and communicate effectively with stakeholders




Strong leadership skills with experience training and mentoring contractors and field personnel
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Sound computer and data management skills
Diploma in Electrical, Civil, or Engineering (or equivalent) with at least four years' pipeline corrosion experience; or Australian Corrosion Association (ACA) Corrosion Technician Certificate with a minimum of five years' pipeline corrosion experience; or Electrical trade qualification with at least five years' pipeline corrosion experience and a willingness to obtain the ACA Corrosion Technician Certificate
Current Victorian Driver Licence
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in cathodic protection testing and analysis, with a strong focus on pipeline corrosion management and compliance with Australian standards.
Capable of providing technical guidance, conducting field assessments, and preparing detailed reports to enhance system performance and safety.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cathodic Protection Testing
Field Data Analysis
Coating Assessment Surveys
Technical Report Preparation
Leadership and Training
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
Field Measurements
Data Logging Systems
Corrosion Protection Systems
Electrical Earthing Systems
Surge Protection Systems
Fault-Finding
Calibration of Testing Equipment
DCVG Equipment Operation
Pipeline-to-Foreign Earth Contact Location
Corrective Action Implementation
Soft Skills
Analytical Skills
Effective Communication
Team Collaboration
Mentoring
Certifications & Qualifications
Diploma in Electrical, Civil, or Engineering
ACA Corrosion Technician Certificate
Victorian Driver Licence
Industry Keywords
Pipeline Corrosion
Victorian Electrolysis Committee Testing
Australian Standards
Quality Systems
Lifecycle Management
Tools & Technologies
Cathodic Protection Testing Equipment
Field Data Collection Tools
Data Management Software
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📌 Cathodic Protection Technician (Victoria)
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📍 Victoria