Power Station Operator/ Maintainer (Electrical)
FIFO 2/2 | 12-Month Fixed Term (Extension Possible)
Outstanding Energy – Australia & Asia-Pacific
Great Energy is seeking expressions of interest from an experienced
Power Station Operator (Electrical)
to join our growing operations team. This is a
full-time FIFO role on a 2/2 roster
, supporting critical power infrastructure across the resources and utilities sectors.
The Role
Reporting to the Power Station Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of power station assets, ensuring uninterrupted supply to critical plant and services.
Key duties include:
Operating power generation plant to maintain reliable electrical supply
Optimising thermal efficiency while minimising supply risk
Completing daily operational readings, reporting, and data analysis
Routine maintenance and minor repairs on power station plant
Fault finding and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems
Compliance with KPI targets, safety systems, permits, and procedures
Identifying and implementing safety and reliability improvements
Skills & Experience
5+ years' experience




in power station operations & maintenance
highly desirable but not essential
Strong electrical system fault-finding skills
Experience with power generation systems and equipment
Ability to work FIFO in remote locations
Experience with SAP maintenance systems highly desirable
Robust safety focus, including PTW systems, JSAs, Take 5s
Gas and steam turbine experience highly desirable
Qualifications
Essential:
QLD Electrical Fitter / Electrical Mechanic Licence
Unrestricted C Class Driver's Licence
Desirable (training supported if required):
High Risk Work Licence (LF, WP)
BA – Advanced Boiler Operation
TO – Turbine Operation
Certificate III in Instrumentation & Control
EEHA
High Voltage Switching
What We Offer
2/2 FIFO roster
Paid commercial flights to Townsville (if required out of Cairns and Brisbane)
Specialist turbine training in Victoria
Governor training provided
Support to obtain required High Risk licences
Opportunity to complete
Cert III in Instrumentation & Control
Stable business with long-term career opportunities
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📌 Power Station Operator/ Maintainer (Electrical) (Townsville)
🏢 Great Energy
📍 Townsville