Job Description
Electrical Field Engineer- Protection Relay
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Posted: 20/07/2026
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Closing Date: 20/08/2026
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Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
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Job Category: Mining,Oil & Gas
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About Powertech
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Powertech is a leading Electrical EPC and Services provider, trusted for delivering complex and critical projects across Oil & Gas, Mining, Utilities, Defence, Infrastructure and Energy sectors since ****. We embrace innovation and focus on technical excellence with a safety-first mindset. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and growth, creating a unique environment where every team member can achieve their full potential.
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Due to continued growth, we're hiring an Electrical Field Engineer-Protection relay in our Brisbane office. Want to elevate your career in a fast-paced, high-impact team? Join Powertech.
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Why Join Us?
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Flexibility – Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.
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Expert Team – Join a crew that values innovation and collaboration.
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Growth opportunities – Advance your skills on high-impact projects.
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Diverse Work – Projects across mining, renewables, defence, rail, and more.
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Job Description
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About the Role
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As a Protection Relay Engineer, you will play a key role in the commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protection and control systems across a variety of high-voltage power system projects.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Commissioning, testing, and maintenance of HV protection systems and schemes.
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Configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of IEC ***** and GOOSE communications.
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Testing and commissioning of HV substations, secondary systems, and primary plant.
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Commissioning and maintenance of HV/LV electrical assets.
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Testing and commissioning of power generation systems and power transformers.
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Providing technical leadership, supervision, mentoring, and training to field technicians and junior engineers.
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Preparing commissioning documentation, protection test plans, and detailed technical reports.
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Supporting project delivery while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
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About You
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To be successful in this role, you will have:
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A Bachelor of Electrical Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
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Minimum 3 years' experience in protection systems, testing, and commissioning.
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Strong understanding of power system protection principles and relay technologies.
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Experience with IEC ***** and GOOSE messaginghighly regarded.
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Experience using the Omicron suite for protection and secondary systems testing.
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Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, industry regulations, and electrical safety requirements.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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A demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
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The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Highly Regarded
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Power station or generation facility experience.
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Experience working on utility, mining, or renewable energy projects.
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Previous site commissioning and fault-finding experience.
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Ready to Join the Team?
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If you're looking to work on projects with a respected industry leader and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
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Powertech: 28 years strong in Australia.
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Discover more at powertech.com.au
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We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 Electrical Field Engineer- Protection Relay (Queensland)
🏢 Powertech
📍 Queensland