Primary Location VIC - Ferntree Gully Job Description Summary With a healthy amount of work currently under management, we are seeking a Planner within our Victorian Power business.
This is a versatile role within the utilities division that will draw on your strong electrical distribution network experience and understanding, helping continue our high levels of standards and success within electrical distribution.
About the Role Your responsibilities will include: Network Planning Analysis Assess network performance, capacity constraints, and future load requirements.
Model network options (HV/LV), evaluate constraints, and identify optimal solutions.
Contribute to long-term asset and network strategies.
Application Documentation Development Prepare planning applications for Electrical Distribution Business' including: Network augmentation applications Customer connection planning assessments Ensure all documentation meets regulatory standards (DNSP guidelines, Vic Electricity Distribution Code) Write clear technical narratives that communicate need, scope, risk and justification Stakeholder Customer Engagement Liaise with internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, construction leads) Engage with external customers, councils, developers and contractors.
Provide expert advice regarding network constraints, and planning standards.
Regulatory Compliance Responsibilities (Ensure planning solutions comply with): Electricity Distribution Code National Electricity Rules (relevant sections) Company planning standards Safety and environmental requirements About you: Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (Desirable)



Previous work with Victorian DNSPs (e.g., AusNet, Powercor, Jemena, United Energy, CitiPower) - Desirable Knowledge of relevant Australian standards (AS/NZS ****, AS/NZS ****) + utility guidelines Strong understanding of electrical distribution networks (HV/LV).
Ability to interpret and apply network planning standards Ability to read and interpret drawings and contracts.
Proficiency with network modelling tools Prior experience in Power industry Demonstrated experience preparing planning or technical documentation Proficient in Microsoft Project Strong communications skills (written verbal) Knowledge of Distribution business systems and working experience (desirable).
About Us: Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia's essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries - we keep communities connected.
Benefits of working with us include: Career development – we offer growth opportunities and support internal mobility.
You will have access to skill enhancement through our online learning system and onsite training.
Access - discounts for hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care,



and Specsavers.
We also offer access to novated leasing and a share matching program.
Paid leave - parental, cultural, community service, defence, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
Culture – we are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion, and meaningful recognition.
You will play a key role in building the culture of our recent team.
Service Stream, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy and water networks in the telecommunications, utilities and transport industries.
We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue-chip client base.
Service Stream is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, LGBTQI and other diverse groups to strengthen relationships and benefit our people, clients, and communities.
Service Stream are a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment.
We value the skills and experience of ex-ADF members and their partners and will strongly consider veterans who meet the key criteria for our employment opportunities.
Department Field Services How to Apply If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.

📌 Planner (Melbourne)
🏢 Service Stream
📍 Melbourne