Job Description
--- | --- | | Transmission Linesworker Assembly/Erector-****** **The Project** UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the ~140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project. HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia's eastern states.
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HumeLink is one of Australia's largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.
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The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a recent substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0. **The Role:** We are looking for **experienced Overhead Transmission Linesworkers to join our Assembly and Erection crews.** You will play a key role in our transmission tower construction teams, working within an established crew on a large-scale infrastructure project.
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This will be a full-time permanent opportunity on a FIFO/DIDO basis on a **14:7 roster**, based in Tarcutta, NSW. **All flights, accommodations and meals provided in brand new camps.** Works will involve:
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Layout steel into suitable location for assembly
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Sufficiently bolt and install members to meet specifications
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Inspection of steel and identify / report defects
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Conduct routine checks on all lifting equipment, including hooks &/or attachments
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Bolt management and tightening process understood
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Calculation of load masses, assessment of lifting points & slinging requirements
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Read and understand lift plans for works
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Work at heights and climb transmission towers to erect **About You**
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Construction White Card
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High Risk Work Licences - Rigging, Dogging, Elevated Work Platform - essential
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Work at Heights licence - essential
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Tower Rescue
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First Aid
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CPR
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**Proven experience working in overhead transmission lines - essential**
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**Demonstrated experience climbing and working on transmission towers** **- essential**
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Work to a high standard and be passionate about what you do
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Ability to undergo a pre-employment medical We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply. **We're always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:**
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A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
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Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
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Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
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Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation. Due to a high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted #LI-LP1 Discipline: Trades & Services Primary Location: Australia-NSW-Wagga Wagga & Riverina Work Type: Full-time | | |
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📌 Transmission Linesworker Assembly/Erector (Western Australia)
🏢 Ugl Pty
📍 Western Australia