Secondary Systems Technician Grade 1

About Us  

At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen. 

This is an exciting time in the energy industry with the transition to renewable energy. Recent government policy documents outline plans to facilitate increasing transmission interconnection between states and development of renewable energy zones.

The Opportunity

Join the commissioning team as a Secondary Systems Technician where you will be responsible for maintaining, testing, and commissioning substation electrical systems, including protection, metering, and control circuits. You’ll deliver high-quality technical support and customer service, while developing expertise to lead teams and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Our ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, proven trade experience and the ability to diagnose and interpret complex secondary systems. They will demonstrate safe work practices, effective problem‑solving skills and a commitment to ongoing development to stay aligned with industry standards.

About You

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of substation secondary systems (protection, metering, control)
• Extensive electrical trade experience with leadership capability
• Ability to interpret schematics and apply advanced diagnostic techniques
• Current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to obtain HV switching authorisation

Recognition & Reward

We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work each and every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.

Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and on-going training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. At Transgrid, you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.

Our Values 

Our core values, Safety, Achievement, Integrity, and Service, shape how we work every day. We prioritise safety, strive for meaningful impact, act with honesty, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers and communities.

Applications close on Tuesday, 10 March 2026