Cables Coordinator

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

In your new role, you'll be responsible for maintaining critical underground electricity transmission assets that support communities and businesses across NSW and the ACT.

Working as part of a highly skilled team, you'll deliver maintenance, inspections, testing and defect rectification activities, contribute to emergency response efforts, and provide technical expertise that supports the reliability of Transgrid's network. You'll also have the opportunity to lead small crews, mentor others and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

The ideal candidate will be a trade-qualified electrical professional with proven experience maintaining, testing and fault-finding underground cable systems, including XLPE and/or oil-filled assets.

About You

• Electrical trade qualification (Certificate III in Electrotechnology or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of safe systems of work, including high-risk and confined space activities
• Experience leading small field crews and coordinating work activities in operational environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders and teams
• Current driver's licence, with willingness to travel and participate in an after-hours standby roster

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 Monday 31 August 2026

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas