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The future of energy is in our hands. Let’s shape it together.\nWe’re all about building an energy future to be proud of. Sound like a challenge you’ve been looking for?\nAt Development and Future Networks, we are leading the way in creating the energy network of tomorrow, enabling the transition to a Net Zero Future. The Asset Management DFN team is at the forefront of managing the integration of renewable energy sources into our transmission network.\nWe are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer - Transmission Lines to provide specialist engineering expertise across our growing portfolio of overhead transmission lines and underground cable assets ranging from 500kV to 22kV.\nAs new assets continue to be delivered into the DFN portfolio, you'll play a key role in ensuring they are managed effectively throughout their operational life, helping maximise performance, reliability, safety and value for our customers and stakeholders.\nYou will provide technical leadership across asset management, lifecycle planning, operational support, engineering assessments, standards development, risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.\nWhat you’ll be doing in this role:\nAct as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Transmission Line assets up to 500kV, providing engineering advice and making sound technical decisions across the full asset lifecycle.\nDevelop and implement asset strategies, Asset Management Plans, and Owner's Requirements to support the long-term performance, reliability and safety of transmission assets.\nMonitor, analyse and report on asset condition, performance and maintenance data, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.\nLead investigations into asset failures and emerging issues, developing repair, recommissioning and risk mitigation strategies, and providing technical recommendations.\nSupport the development and delivery of asset replacement, augmentation and contestable projects through concept design, scope development, business cases, procurement and tender activities.\nProvide technical leadership for Safety in Design, value engineering, constructability reviews, risk assessments and electrical safety case development across project development and delivery phases.\nDevelop, maintain and continuously improve engineering standards, maintenance practices and technical governance frameworks to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, contractual and industry requirements.\nBuild strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and operational excellence while supporting emergency response activities, audits, HSEQ risk management and knowledge sharing across the business.\nYou don’t need to check every box, however we’re looking for a good combination of:\nDegree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent recognized by The Washington Accord \nMaster’s degree or higher in Engineering, Asset Management could be desirable.\nCPEng from Engineers Australia or equivalent and RPEV or eligible obtain from BLA-Victoria\nConstruction White Card or Equivalent.\nAustralia/Victorian Driver’s License.\nMinimum 5+ years’ experience in electricity industry.\nExperience in asset owning organisations across network asset management, asset engineering, operations and incident management is highly regarded.\nDemonstrated commitment to safety outcomes.\nIn-depth knowledge of Transmission Lines - design, construction operation and maintenance.\nKnowledge & experience of transmission line muddling/design with PLS-CADD/TOWR/POLE or similar software\nKnowledge & experience of Lighting, Earthing, Audible Noise & EMF studies are highly regarded.\nUnderstanding of Asset Management leading practices, frameworks and relevant standards.\nUnderstanding of relevant Australian and International standards and industry codes of practice.\nStrong analytical skills and the ability to leverage data-driven insights to inform decision-making and optimise asset performance.\nAbility of effective use of AI and capability of data analysis and management is highly regarded.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nAn advanced level of reasoning skills and engineering judgement.\nExperience in the use of SAP or similar ERP systems well regarded.\nThe AusNet experience is all about…\nGrowing your impact: We’ll support you to build your career through real opportunities and strong connections.\nSolving some of the most complex energy challenges of our time: We love unpacking complex challenges in clever ways and looking at things differently. \nBeing apart a team that cares deeply about each other: We share in the good times. We support in the tough times. And we’re humble through and through.\nWe’re committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We believe different perspectives are essential to our success, and we encourage all applicants to apply. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to discuss how we can support you.\nAusNet. We bring the energy. Want to be part of it too? 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