Description We are unique Join an organisation that values your voice, empowers your autonomy, recognises the strength in diversity, and prioritises your well-being while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry's future. About the role We are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineering Officer to join the Contestable Design and Certification team. This role can be based anywhere within Essential Energy’s operational footprint throughout NSW. Contestable Design are responsible for managing the design aspects of a contestable connection or augmentation of Essential Energy’s Network. We provide design information to connecting customers and review design submissions for certification. Contestable works is a growth area of the business as Essential Energy strives to fulfil its corporate objectives of driving connections and load and facilitating the uptake of Electric Vehicles. As a Design and Certification officer you would be responsible for providing high level technical advice to external clients, their consultants, project managers and Level 3 Accredited Service Providers. You will be preparing Design Information packs for Contestable Work projects and assessing and certifying the Design submissions to ensure that the proposed works are safe, maintainable, sustainable and compliant with Essential Energy’s network standards while maximising the satisfaction of all stakeholders. The role is also responsible for providing support to Construction Inspectors and other officers by providing advice on design and connection matters as required. We provide extensive internal "on the job" training and mentoring for people new to the role. About your experience Extensive experience in a similar role in the Energy/Electrical and/or Utilities Industry Sound understanding of energy regulatory legislation. Complete knowledge and application of current overhead and underground design philosophies, procedures, Australian standards and statutory requirements including Safety in Design. Demonstrated experience in utilising analytical skills and technical knowledge to provide appropriate solutions to technical/engineering issues. About You Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to manage diverse and complex issues. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deliver technical services in a professional and timely manner Strong attention to detail and commitment to produce quality work. Strong time management skills with excellent planning and organisational skills, to be able to handle a varying complex workload Experience in designing distribution networks is favourable Required Qualifications Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering with electives in Heavy Power, related to the Electricity Supply Industry or demonstrated equivalent capability through past employment experience and aligned qualifications WorkCover NSW Construction Induction Certificate Current Driver's Licence Desirable Project Management qualifications Why Essential Energy Essential Energy offers a broad range of employee benefits, providing you access to product discounts, including Qantas Club, Optus and Health Insurance, Health Programs including fitness passport and other benefits such as 26 weeks parental leave. For more information on our benefits, please visit the employee benefits page . Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of employee benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus, nib and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information. We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women . An energy network doesn’t just keep the lights on… it’s a living network that needs to adapt to new and emerging energy generation technologies while still meeting the energy needs of customers. It requires innovation, commitment, and collaboration to bring people together to solve the energy delivery challenges of the modern world. Your potential will be realised, and you’ll feel a real sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing you have a pivot role to play in delivering the energy of the future to the people who need it today For further information please and contact Paul Turley – Contestable Design & Certification Team Leader on 02 6338 3565 Applications close on Monday 29 May 2025 at 11:55pm Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart. Building a better energy future. Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.
