Civil and Plant Operator

About Us

At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in connecting electricity generators through our transmission network to the distribution network that power homes and businesses - We operate over 13,000km of high voltage transmission wires and 128 substations in NSW, VIC and the ACT. 

It is an exciting time in the industry as we are leading the transition to Australia’s clean energy future, with a growing network and the extra career opportunities that this growth brings.

The Opportunity

Join us as a Civil and Plant Operator, applying your technical skills to maintain, repair and construct substation and transmission line assets, including those supporting renewable energy. You’ll work across critical infrastructure projects and incident response, contributing to a team that prioritises safety, teamwork and high-quality delivery.

What You’ll Do

You’ll operate civil and plant equipment across transmission assets while ensuring all tools, equipment and safety documentation are prepared for planned work. You’ll support estimating, planning and site readiness, and communicate clearly with field coordinators and stakeholders to keep work flowing smoothly. You’ll maintain accurate records, report on all field activities, and deliver high‑quality work safely, on time and within budget. As part of the role, you’ll also participate in a standby roster to assist with after‑hours incident response.

What We’re Looking For

• Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations and/or Formwork/Falsework (or equivalent experience)
• Licences/competencies in: CV (Vehicle Loading Crane), WP (Boom‑type EWP), Dogging/Basic Rigging, Work Safely at Heights, and Heavy Vehicle Driver’s Licence
• Ability to read technical drawings and operate earthmoving equipment
• Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency
• Willingness to travel and work away from home as required

What’s in it for you? Benefits & Perks

We offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support your personal, professional and social wellbeing, including corporate discounts, wellbeing initiatives like free skin checks, flu vaccinations and Fitness Passport membership. Safety is central to how we work, and you always have the right to stop work if something doesn’t feel safe.

You’ll have access to career development and study support, relocation assistance when needed, and allowances for travel and time spent away from home. We also put families first with 20 weeks paid primary carers leave or 6 weeks paid secondary carers leave.

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 Thursday, 19 February 2026

As part of our recruitment process, applicants complete standard pre‑employment assessments including reference checks, a medical check, national police check, and a driving licence and traffic offence check.