Engineering Technician

We're offering a new permanent opportunity for an Engineering technician in our Metering Team to play a key role in installing, configuring, and maintaining AMI metering devices, communication modules, and network components. You'll ensure systems meet both internal and regulatory standards, while using your diagnostic and troubleshooting skills to support accurate data collection and reliable network performance.

Your Role in Action 

• Install, configure, and maintain AMI meters, comms modules, and network components to meet high safety and regulatory standards
• Diagnose and resolve metering and communication faults to keep data accurate and systems running smoothly
• Test, commission, and validate new metering tech, firmware upgrades, and system integrations
• Monitor data and network performance to spot issues early and drive continuous improvement
• Provide on-the-ground technical support and training to field teams, ensuring safe and consistent installs
• Work closely with engineering and IT to troubleshoot complex integration and data flow challenges
• Keep detailed, accurate records of configurations, tests, and network changes for asset traceability
• Champion compliance and contribute to innovation projects that boost system performance and customer outcomes

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Qualified in Electrical Trade or Diploma in Engineering
• Hands-on technical electrical experience with an understanding of systems & processes
• Proven technical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Experience preparing clear work instructions and process docs
• Knowledge of safe work and network access practices
• Ability to apply engineering techniques and recommend solutions

Nice to have – but we’ll support your growth!

• Experience in Power Industry or Control Systems background

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. 
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office, perfect for cyclists.

Applications close on 28 October 2025 

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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