Egis Group, is a Multi-Disciplinary Engineering & Environmental consultancy operating across Australia. 

We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace built on mutual respect, where different cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences are valued. Our culture is guided by our core values of people, respect, performance and transparency. We empower our people to grow by providing opportunities, challenges and a supportive environment.

We partner with our clients to deliver customised, practical solutions across water management, civil and geotechnical design, and environmental management and approvals. We are committed to building great teams doing innovative work — and we would love you to join us to Impact the Future as part of the Egis Group.

As a member of our Distribution Design team, you will be responsible for delivering detailed design and documentation for a range of projects within the Energy sector.

As an Electrical Technical Officer/Designer you will be responsible for the design and drafting of Overhead and underground lines for Victorian electricity networks, including Low Voltage, High Voltage, and Sub-Transmission (up to 66kV).

Role responsibilities:

• Undertaking design and drafting quality assurance reviews.
• Approve/endorse standard designs and drawings.
• Assume responsibility for management of small to medium-scale projects, or phases of larger-scale projects, including;
  • Owning lines design projects, including providing quality assurance reviews and approving/endorsing standard designs.
  • Producing or coordinating the production of tender documentation, design documentation/specifications and project deliverables within agreed project timeframes and budget;
  • Planning and managing resources assigned to the project;
  • Contribute to the training and development of technical resources engaged in project teams but providing technical leadership and advice;
  • Acting as project liaison for assigned phase/s of project;
  • Prepare client and project reports and be able to present on project status;
  • Financial Management of project and performance.
• Operate autonomously on site and train/guide junior staff on overhead and underground lines surveying best practices.
• Able to undertake overhead and underground lines design projects independently and mentor junior staff in design best practices.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships by conducting all work in a professional and productive manner, servicing delivery by accurately identifying and understanding the client needs.
• Collaborate and participate in bids/tenders, producing high-quality advice and documentation.
• Develop, improve, and implement review mechanisms to capture and execute improvements to the quality of work produced.
• Contribute to Safety in Design workshops and prepare supporting documentation to promote safe construction, operation and maintenance outcomes.
• Actively participate in professional development and support the participation of others in ongoing professional development activity.
• Understand and ensure compliance with regulatory, governance and quality requirements.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in overhead lines survey, design and drafting.
• Experience in underground lines survey, design and drafting is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of Victorian distribution network and utility standards (AusNet, United Energy, CitiPower, Powercor, or Jemena).
• Proficiency in Overhead lines design software including, nPoles and Neara.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

The Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• A structured learning and development framework to align with career progression goals.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote working options.
• An inclusive team culture that celebrates performance and rewards accordingly.
• Paid Primary and Secondary Carer Leave Policy, reflecting our commitment to work-life balance.
• Support structures like our Employee Assistance Program, professional mentoring, and buddy program for new starters.
• Opportunities to work on special interest projects.
• Opportunities to work across government, private and resource sectors.
• Opportunities to travel for work across multiple offices.
• Great cultural environment where teamwork and camaraderie are promoted and valued.
• Supportive leadership based on openness.

We are open to considering this role on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis. Please let us know of your flexibility requirements.

Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. If you are looking for a new challenge, want to participate growth of a successful business and join a passionate and entrepreneurial team, then don't wait, apply now!

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