Electrical Linesman and Crane Borer Operator
Visa sponsorship
Trade · Sydney, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · $50 - $65/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Sydney-based powerline opportunities cover Distribution Linesmen, Transmission Linesmen, Transmission TAs and Crane Borer Operators across New South Wales. The work ranges from pole construction and overhead networks to transmission structures, stringing and authorised plant operation. Practical linework experience must be clear and verifiable.
Sponsorship is available for suitable applicants, and experienced overseas candidates are supported.
Use an English CV to identify the linework and plant duties you are qualified to perform. organise an overhead distribution and transmission linework CV with licences, safety training and verified project experience. Distinguish your construction, inspection and support responsibilities so the technical range is easy to assess.
Key Responsibilities
- Construct overhead distribution lines by raising, dressing and replacing poles, installing and maintaining network equipment and pulling mains and conductors.
- Build transmission lines on poles, H structures and towers and climb structures to string conductors and inspect assets.
- Follow network drawings and line diagrams.
- Undertake supporting linework and operate crane or boring plant when authorised.
- Identify hazards and resolve site problems to safety and quality procedures, collaborate with crews and move between sites, including occasional away assignments and extra hours as required.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Practical overhead electrical experience including distribution or transmission linework, with ability to demonstrate technical skills and employment history.
- Construction White Card and Driver’s licence.
- Strong site problem-solving and safe habits as conditions change, with dependable teamwork and willingness to travel including short-term away work.
- Certificate III ESI in Transmission and Distribution Overhead preferred; Work at Heights preferred; CPR preferred.
- Dogging preferred; Rigging preferred; High Risk Work Licence preferred.
- Relevant overseas qualifications considered and able to undertake additional Australian-recognised training where required.
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