Job Description
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Assess risk and prioritise work programs to support network safety and integrity
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Plan and coordinate contractors involved in field data collection activities
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Conduct accurate field measurements using specialised cathodic protection testing equipment
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Analyse field data and implement corrective actions to optimise system performance
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Record and maintain quality asset data to support lifecycle management
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Prepare timely reports to satisfy regulatory and statutory requirements
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Provide training and technical guidance to contractors and field personnel
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Identify trends in system performance and recommend remedial actions
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Conduct investigations, fault-finding, surveys, and analysis using specialised equipment
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Support the development and enhancement of corrosion protection systems
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Assess electrical earthing and surge protection systems to ensure operational safety
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Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade cathodic protection infrastructure
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Calibrate and maintain specialised testing equipment in accordance with industry standards
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Support continuous improvement initiatives across the business
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Requirements
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Extensive experience conducting cathodic protection testing on transmission and reticulation pipelines
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Experience coordinating cathodic protection field testing, including Victorian Electrolysis Committee (VEC) area testing and foreign structure interference testing
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Demonstrated experience undertaking coating assessment surveys using DCVG equipment
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Experience using Pipeline-to-Foreign Earth Contact location equipment
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Experience operating and maintaining field-based data logging systems
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Knowledge of relevant Australian standards, industry codes, and quality systems
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Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret field data and recommend corrective actions
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Proven ability to prepare detailed technical reports and communicate effectively with stakeholders
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Strong leadership skills with experience training and mentoring contractors and field personnel
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Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
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Sound computer and data management skills
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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
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Current Victorian Driver Licence
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Core Competencies
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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.
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Highest-signal resume keywords
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Cathodic Protection Testing
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Field Data Analysis
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Coating Assessment Surveys
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Technical Report Preparation
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Leadership and Training
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ATS Optimization Keywords
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Hard Skills
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Field Measurements
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Data Logging Systems
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Corrosion Protection Systems
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Electrical Earthing Systems
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Surge Protection Systems
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Fault-Finding
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Calibration of Testing Equipment
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DCVG Equipment Operation
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Pipeline-to-Foreign Earth Contact Location
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Corrective Action Implementation
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Soft Skills
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Analytical Skills
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Effective Communication
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Team Collaboration
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Mentoring
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Certifications & Qualifications
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Diploma in Electrical, Civil, or Engineering
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ACA Corrosion Technician Certificate
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Victorian Driver Licence
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Industry Keywords
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Pipeline Corrosion
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Victorian Electrolysis Committee Testing
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Australian Standards
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Quality Systems
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Lifecycle Management
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Tools & Technologies
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Cathodic Protection Testing Equipment
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Field Data Collection Tools
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Data Management Software
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📌 Cathodic Protection Technician (South Australia)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 South Australia