Northern Territory Government

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Lineworker / Electrical Fitter Mechanic

Classification Trade Technical Position No. 30991

Job Type Full time Duration Ongoing

Business Unit Power Services Location Tennant Creek

Reports to Field Supervisor Reports to P/No. 28075

Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies
Inclusion and and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment
diversity and Special for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for
Measures this position and the merit process, click here
recruitment plans Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plan, click here

Information for Applications must include a one-page summary about you, a detailed resume and copies of all relevant tertiary
Applicants qualifications listed in your application. For further information for applicants and example applications: click here

Information about If you accept this position, a detailed summary of your merit (including work history, experience, qualifications, skills,
Selected Applicant’s information from referees, etc.) will be provided to other applicants, to ensure transparency and better understanding
Merit of the reasons for decision. For further information: click here.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

Undertake tasks associated with the installation, repair, maintenance and operation of Power Networks systems and assets, the Lineworker /
Electrical Fitter Mechanic (EFM) will be required to work overtime and attend after hour’s calls on a roster, with some possible travel to perform
work in other centres within Southern Region as reasonably required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Install, maintain and operate power network electrical infrastructure including LV/HV switchgear, transformers, cables, street lighting, control
and protection, metering, light and power cabling and connection of mobile generators.

2. Inspect equipment and work sites as necessary, mark-up records and drawings and submit records and reports.
3. Carry out duties in a multi-skilled team environment including assisting other staff, carrying out manually intensive works, training and

developing apprentices,



maintaining a safe and tidy work environment and ensure the Field Supervisor is fully informed of work progress.
4. Participate in training activities to meet organisational requirements.
5. Participate in a Callout Roster and work outside of normal business hours, with some possible travel to perform work in other centres within

Southern Region as reasonably required.

COMPETENCY PROFILE

Ensures accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments

Action orientated Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and
enthusiasm.

Communicates effectively Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of
the unique needs of diverse audiences.

Customer Focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared obligations.

Instils trust and values difference Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives while
recognising the value that diverse perspectives and cultures bring to an organisation.

Is resilient Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Self-development with self-awareness Actively seeking current ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal
development channels, using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive
insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

No. of Direct Reports 0 No. of Indirect Reports 0
Key Interactions:

AT POWER AND WATER:

Job Description Northern Territory Government
COMPLIANCE

We expect you to:

- Actively align, support and promote Power and Water’s Values and support building a constructive workplace culture that celebrates

achievement through its people.

- Carry out duties in accordance with Power and Water’s Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, working towards our goal of Zero

Harm





- Ensure all activities undertaken as a Power and Water employee comply with Power and Water’s Standards of Behaviour, Management

Standards and Procedures, relevant Acts, legal demands and that you manage all of your activities and responsibilities within the Power and
Water risk management framework.

- Pass a job-specific pre-employment medical (if applicable)

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualification and Skills Experience

Essential • An AQF Certificate III or equivalent skills, knowledge • Detailed working knowledge of AS3000 (Not applicable
and experience, and hold (or be able to obtain) an NT for Line workers).
Electrical Workers licence (Endorsed as Electrical Fitter • Ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and
Mechanic and/or Line Worker) and NT Drivers licence mark up corrections and modifications.
or ability to obtain. • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

• Detailed working knowledge of AS3000 (Not applicable • Experience in testing customer’s service cables.
for Line workers).

- Ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and

mark up corrections and modifications.

Desirable • Current NT HR Class Drivers Licence. • Demonstrate experience and ability to efficiently

- Dual trade qualification recognised as Electrical Fitter install, commission, maintain and operate power

Mechanic and/or Line Worker. network infrastructure, including in HV switchyards, in

- Trade qualifications/authorisation as a Cable Jointer trenches, cable tunnels and in the vicinity of live LV/HV

(XLPE and PILC). electrical apparatus.
• HV Switching operator certificate. • Experience in HV cable commissioning, testing and

fault finding.

- Installing, jointing and terminating HV and LV cables.

FURTHER INFORMATION
1. Contact Ian Heale on 0429 588 717
2. Information about Power and Water Corporation may be viewed at powerwater.com.au
3. The total remuneration package amounts published for this position include base salary, superannuation and annual leave loading.
4. An offer of appointment, promotion or transfer for this vacancy is subject to passing a job-specific pre-employment medical examination.

Apply Online: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354662 Approved August 2026

Vacancy Closes: 01/10/2026 Belinda Small Executive General Manager – Power Services

AT POWER AND WATER:

📌 Line Worker (Katherine)
🏢 Power and Water
📍 Katherine