What to Expect The High voltage Operating Support provides HV operational control for a defined site, region or asset boundary under delegation from the existing High Voltage Operating Authority (HVOA). This is a hands-on role for an experienced operator who can coordinate switching, support competency and testing, improve procedures and provide practical on site support across Tesla’s BESS utility sites.

What You'll Do

- Coordinate HV switching schedules across assigned Tesla BESS sites.
- Review and approve switching instructions
- Develop switching instructions from scratch and support safe execution of HV switching
- Provide operational support and oversight during complex switching activities
- Maintain accurate switching records and associated documentation
- Maintain current hands-on capability as an HV Authorised Operator, including practical hands-on work when required.
- Support HV Operations in both construction, pre commissioning and energised post maintenance environments.
- Provide on site support as needed, assess situations, offer direction when required and assist team practically when needed.
- Help design, build, and deliver a structured HV training and testing program for operators and site personnel.
- Contribute to primary and or secondary testing frame works and practical assessments (primary or secondary testing experience is highly regarded).
- Review, improve, and develop switching procedures, switching guides, and operating documentation for existing and current sites.




- Support the continuous improvement of HV operating systems, standards, and training at an organisational level.
- Travel as required (average ~50% — some weeks none, other times a day or two, or a full week on site).
- Work closely with the HVOA and site teams as a practical HV operator and coordinator — not as a desktop project manager. What You'll Bring
- State Qualified electrical license
- Minimum 5years post trade experience of HV operations.
- Primary or secondary testing experience is highly regarded.
- High level commitment to safety and compliance.
- HV Switching Ticket / Authorisation
- Current LVR/CPR & first aid certification
- Proven experience performing HV switching operations and managing electrical isolation
- Preferred industry experience in Power generation, transmission or distribution, renewables. Or industrial HV operating background.
- Driver’s license. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

📌 High Voltage Operating Support (Melbourne)
🏢 Tesla
📍 Melbourne