Opportunity to work in Australia! Principal or Senior Asset Strategy Engineer - Substation. (Visa and Relocation Support Available)

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Opportunity to work in Australia! Principal or Senior Asset Strategy Engineer - Substation. (Visa and Relocation Support Available)

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Join to apply for the Opportunity to work in Australia! Principal or Senior Asset Strategy Engineer - Substation. (Visa and Relocation Support Available) role at ElectraNet Pty Ltd

ElectraNet owns and operates the electricity transmission network in South Australia. We own and operate $4.5 billion transmission assets comprising of 6,636 kilometres of high voltage transmission lines and cables, and 99 substations in South Australia, and have one of the highest network reliability levels in Australia. As the leaders in clean energy transition, we are heading towards a clean energy future in South Australia by 2027.

Visit electranet.com.au to learn more or click here.

Why ElectraNet

We are committed to always move forward with Community, Connection and Cultural Respect at the fore front as we drive our vision in Energising South Australia’s Clean Energy Future. ElectraNet's commitment to Reconciliation is beautifully represented through the incredible artwork. Learn more about the Innovate RAP artwork by clicking here.

Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed. We invite you to be a part of this amazing journey with us.

The Team

The Asset Lifecycle and Planning team is part of the Assets division at ElectraNet. This team plays a crucial role in providing reliable electricity transmission services to our customers by optimising asset reliability and operational performance throughout the asset lifecycle.

To achieve this, the team undertakes a comprehensive approach that considers factors like safety, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance throughout the asset's life cycle.

Why join this team?

Learn from and work alongside the some of the best and brightest engineers in the industry and get first-hand experience in:

• Needs Assessment - Identifying the need for new assets or upgrades based on factors like load growth, grid modernization, or regulatory requirements.
• Strategic Planning - Developing long-term plans that align with business objectives and address the evolving energy landscape.
• Risk Management - Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with asset failure, safety hazards, and regulatory non-compliance.
• Budgeting and Financial Planning - Allocating resources for asset acquisition, maintenance, and eventual replacement.
• Performance Monitoring - Tracking asset performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimize asset utilization.

The Opportunity

Based full time in Adelaide, South Australia, as a mid-level career Engineer, you will provide expertise and guidance in the development of Asset Class Strategies, Asset Design Manuals, Maintenance Strategies and Functional Requirements. This includes reviewing capability and authority for deviation from existing standards, or adoption of new practices, associated with detailed design, plant selection, acceptance and managing existing and emerging risk associated with construction and commissioning including installation, testing and operation.

As part of the Asset investment function, you will develop project scope documentation and support delivery team from planning through to handover as owner customer.

Those that are at a more senior level career Engineer, you will also provide technical leadership for Substation services and infrastructure thus ensuring compliance to ElectraNet’s Regulatory performance and network operation obligations. As a principal engineer they provide oversight and leadership to the Technical Authority across the business in their area of expertise.

If you are a qualified engineer with experience in asset life cycle management, asset condition and risk assessments, we invite you to apply for a chance to have a meaningful career conversation with us.

About You

What we are hoping to see and hear from you are your success stories and achievements in playing an integral part in extending the total lifecycle of assets across your career as an Engineer.

We’d love to discuss your strong understanding and invaluable experience in well-executed Asset Lifecycle Planning and Management strategies and execution plans and see some of the policies and standards that you’ve led or helped develop, project scoping, specification development, managing design reviews, onsite inspection, and safety in design processes.

Share your learnings with us! Tell us about some of the theoretical and practical approaches you have taken to solve unique problems and how you have used knowledge of substation and transmission system components, performance, and operation or even leveraged the technical expertise of others you’ve worked with.

Talk to us how you stay abreast with legislated industry requirements (National Electricity Rules, SA Electricity Transmission Code, ESCOSA, OTR, AEMO Guidelines, etc.) and if you have had some experience within industry through participation in workshops, conferences, technical forums and other forms of professional development.

Some other areas which are critical to your success for this role include:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with eligibility for membership with Engineers Australia.
• Experience in the energy industry (i.e. transmission, distribution or generation).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an affinity in written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to work with a high level of autonomy, adapting to a rapidly changing environment.
• Knowledge of commercial and contracting requirements and experience in reliability engineering (statistical analysis) would be highly desirable.

Employee Benefits

ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package plus:

• Discretionary performance payment eligibility of up to 15%
• Flexible work practices that support your well-being.
• Fifteen (15) days personal/carers leave per year.
• Sixteen (16) weeks paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations.
• Relocation support for interstate and visa assistance for international candidates (SID visa subclass 482)

Aside from the benefits listed above, here is more of what you can look forward to when you join us:

• Exciting projects across South Australia.
• Formidable team spirit and an inclusive company culture.
• Excellent career development and support.
• Support for professional certification and memberships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Regular social events and activities.

How To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to submit their applications by clicking “Apply”. Applications close on 15 September 2025, however prelim screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

If you have questions or would like more information about the role including a confidential discussion, please contact Jen Kellady, Recruitment Advisor at kellady.jen@electranet.com.au.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.

Location:

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Utilities and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

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