Join Ampcontrol's High Voltage team in Townsville and play a critical role in supporting the testing, commissioning and maintenance of high voltage protection systems across Australia's mining, utilities, industrial and infrastructure sectors.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for either an experienced electrician with protection testing experience or a recent Electrical Engineering graduate looking to develop practical, hands-on skills in high voltage protection systems. Working alongside a team of highly skilled protection specialists, you'll gain exposure to real-world HV assets, commissioning activities and advanced protection technologies while building a rewarding career in the energy sector.
You'll work across a diverse range of generation, transmission, distribution and industrial power systems, supporting projects that help keep critical electrical infrastructure operating safely and reliably.
What You'll Do
As a Protection Technician, you will be responsible for:
Assisting with the testing, commissioning and maintenance of HV protection systems and associated equipment
Supporting protection relay testing, fault investigations and commissioning activities
Conducting field and laboratory-based testing activities on electrical infrastructure
Interpreting electrical schematics, protection drawings and technical documentation
Assisting with troubleshooting, diagnostics and technical investigations
Preparing test reports, commissioning records and technical documentation
Supporting project delivery across mining, utilities, industrial and infrastructure sectors




Ensuring compliance with relevant standards, procedures and safe work practices
Working closely with customers, project teams and senior technical specialists
Maintaining a solid focus on safety, quality and customer service
About You
To be successful in this role, you may come from one of the following backgrounds:
Electrical Trade Qualification (Cert III Electrotechnology - Electrician)
Experience in protection testing, commissioning, HV maintenance or electrical infrastructure environments
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation
Option 2: Graduate Electrical Engineer
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification
Strong interest in power systems and electrical protection
Sound technical aptitude and willingness to learn in a hands-on field environment
Ability to analyse technical information and solve complex problems
Desire to build a long-term career in HV protection systems and commissioning
For All Applicants
Current Class C Driver Licence or ability to obtain
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to safety,



quality and customer service excellence
Willingness to travel to customer sites across Queensland and interstate as required
Highly Regarded
Protection relay testing or commissioning experience
Experience with power systems, substations or electrical infrastructure
Knowledge of generation, transmission or distribution networks
Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Experience within mining, utilities or industrial sectors
High Voltage Switching Operations certification
Current LV Rescue and CPR qualifications
Experience with SEL, ABB, Schneider, Siemens or GE protection systems
EWP, Working at Heights, Forklift or MR Licence qualifications
Employee Benefits
At Ampcontrol, we believe great work deserves great rewards. When you join us, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career growth, including:
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle
Paid parental leave to support your family
Salary packaging options to help you make the most of your income
Purchased leave for greater work-life balance
Discounted private health care
Wellbeing programs and employee discounts
Education assistance and career development support
Ready to challenge the future?
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📌 Hv Protection Technician (Sydney)
🏢 Ampcontrol
📍 Sydney