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Linesworker
Higher rates. Great crews. Long-term work.
Ventia’s Western Power contract is growing—and so is our team. We’re currently seeking experienced Lineworkers to join a dynamic workforce delivering essential services across WA.
$59.27 per hour + $4.00 per hour regional site allowance.
With recently increased rates, a strong team culture, and genuine opportunities for career development, there’s never been a better time to join Ventia. We also offer significantly increased rates for Dual Skilled Lineworkers, recognising the value and versatility they bring to our team.
As a Lineworker, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and upgrading the Western Power network across both metropolitan and regional WA. This hands-on role offers a mix of planned maintenance and project work, contributing to the reliability and resilience of the state’s electrical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform planned distribution work including replacing poles, crossarms, transformers and switchgear.
- Deliver network maintenance, upgrade and resilience projects across Metro and Regional WA.
- Work collaboratively with crews and stakeholders to safely deliver high-quality outcomes for customers.
- Ensure all field activities are completed in accordance with safety, quality and compliance requirements.
What’s in it for you?
Ventia offers more than just a job—we provide a career pathway with genuine rewards and flexibility. As part of our Western Power team, you’ll enjoy:
- $59.27 per hour plus $4.00 per hour regional site allowance
- Significantly increased rates for Dual Skilled Lineworkers
- Regular opportunities to work away, with generous allowances
- Ongoing overtime and weekend work available for those who want extra earning potential
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
- Two rostered days off every fortnight
- A balanced mix of metro and regional work to keep things interesting
- Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA) of up to $355 per day for regional travel
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking skilled and safety-focused Lineworkers who bring experience, qualifications and a great attitude to the team, including:
- Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Overhead (UET30619) or equivalent
- Proven experience in electrical linework, including maintenance and upgrades
- Current Driver’s Licence – HR highly desirable
- EWP and High-Risk Work Licences – DG, LF, CV or higher
Desirable
- Switching skills and/or Western Power network authorisations
- Dual-skilled capability across overhead and underground network disciplines
We’re open to covering relocation costs for the right candidate and encourage qualified Lineworkers from interstate and New Zealand to apply.
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting time to join Ventia as we return to partner with Western Power to help connect homes, businesses and communities to an increasingly renewable energy future across Western Australia.
The scope of work includes maintenance and project services across Western Power’s transmission and distribution network, supporting customers throughout metropolitan, regional and remote communities.
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
How to apply
Click the ‘Apply for job’ button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.
Position Reference Number: 168149