Job Description

As a member of our Distribution Design team, you will be responsible for delivering detailed design and documentation for a range of projects within the Energy sector.

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As an Electrical Technical Officer/Designer you will be responsible for the design and drafting of Overhead and underground lines for Victorian electricity networks, including Low Voltage, High Voltage, and Sub-Transmission (up to 66kV).

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Role responsibilities

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- Undertaking design and drafting quality assurance reviews.
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- Approve/endorse standard designs and drawings.
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- Assume responsibility for management of small to medium-scale projects, or phases of larger-scale projects, including; Owning lines design projects, including providing quality assurance reviews and approving/endorsing standard designs.
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- Producing or coordinating the production of tender documentation, design documentation/specifications and project deliverables within agreed project timeframes and budget;
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- Planning and managing resources assigned to the project;
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- Contribute to the training and development of technical resources engaged in project teams but providing technical leadership and advice;
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- Acting as project liaison for assigned phase/s of project;
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- Prepare client and project reports and be able to present on project status;
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- Financial Management of project and performance.
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Operate autonomously on site and train/guide junior staff on overhead and underground lines surveying best practices.

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Able to undertake overhead and underground lines design projects independently and mentor junior staff in design best practices.

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Develop and maintain positive client relationships by conducting all work in a professional and productive manner, servicing delivery by accurately identifying and understanding the client needs.

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Collaborate and participate in bids/tenders, producing high-quality advice and documentation.

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Develop, improve,



and implement review mechanisms to capture and execute improvements to the quality of work produced.

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Contribute to Safety in Design workshops and prepare supporting documentation to promote safe construction, operation and maintenance outcomes.

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Actively participate in professional development and support the participation of others in ongoing professional development activity.

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Understand and ensure compliance with regulatory, governance and quality requirements.

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Minimum 5 years' experience in overhead lines survey, design and drafting.

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Experience in underground lines survey, design and drafting is highly regarded.

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Knowledge of Victorian distribution network and utility standards (AusNet, United Energy, CitiPower, Powercor, or Jemena).

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Proficiency in Overhead lines design software including, nPoles and Neara.

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Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.

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Effective written and verbal communication skills.

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The Benefits

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- Competitive remuneration and benefits.
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- A structured learning and development framework to align with career progression goals.
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- Flexible working arrangements, including remote working options.
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- An inclusive team culture that celebrates performance and rewards accordingly.
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- Paid Primary and Secondary Carer Leave Policy, reflecting our commitment to work-life balance.
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- Support structures like our Employee Assistance Program, professional mentoring, and buddy program for new starters.
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- Opportunities to work on special interest projects.
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- Opportunities to work across government, private and resource sectors.
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- Opportunities to travel for work across multiple offices.
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- Great cultural environment where teamwork and camaraderie are promoted and valued.
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- Supportive leadership based on openness.
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We are open to considering this role on a full-time, part time or job-share basis. Please let us know of your flexibility requirements.

📌 Electrical Technical Officer/Designer (Victoria)
🏢 Egisgroup
📍 Victoria