Title:  Senior Structural Engineer, Lines (Distribution)

• Provide specialised structural engineering expertise for our Distribution network equipment
• Focus on the structural network performance of lines assets
• Careers with Purpose > Collaborative > Inclusive > Flexible Work Environment

At AusNet, we play a key role in the clean energy transition and in providing essential energy to every Victorian family.
 

Help us lead the way, while enriching your career with real people who encourage you to bring your best and make real impact – for your career, our communities, and Australia’s cleaner energy future.

Purposeful work with genuinely good people. That’s refreshing.

We are going through an exciting period of growth and with that we have a great opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer, Lines - Distribution to join us!

This role will see you providing specialised engineering expertise for AusNet’s Distribution network equipment to ensure that we optimise the cost, risk and performance over the asset lifecycle.

With a hybrid split (Office/WFH)), this role is based in Southbank, Melbourne and is part of our Lines team within our Network Management, Distribution line of business.

This role will deliver real outcomes, including but not limited to: 

• Provide an overview of network asset performance, leading to the provision of appropriate and timely advice for the overall effective management of network assets
• Provide guidance on choosing materials that minimise wear and tear over time, such as weather-resistant coatings on steel and composite materials for poles
• Reviewing calculation for loads and stresses that new or existing components could face, ensuring they meet or exceed safety standards and compliance
• Identify and implement innovative asset management techniques
• Establish contingency and risk management plans to ensure appropriate network asset management decisions are made
• Manage consultants, contractors and other service providers as they relate to asset management activities
• Provide expertise on strategies, asset performance, and technical specifications
• Develop concepts, prepare business cases and manage project documentation
• Investigate equipment failures, draft reports and make informed technical decisions

You don’t need to tick every box; however, we are looking for a good combination of:

• Degree qualified in Engineering (Structural or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience within the Utilities industry in engineering/asset management
• Understanding of Asset Management leading practices, frameworks and relevant standards, including regulatory frameworks and legislation
• Understanding of relevant Australian and International standards and industry codes of practice
• Ability to lead and coordinate failure and incident investigations
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing strategic asset management plans, preferably in a regulated environment
• In-depth knowledge of distribution system components, equipment, and technologies, with a focus on primary substation equipment and emerging trends and innovations
• Knowledge of relevant condition monitoring and assessment techniques for power and instrument transformers
• Excellent knowledge of Line construction methods

A real place to belong. 
We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups.  

We believe in more than just competitive pay. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Flexibility: whether this is hybrid work, flexible hours, or part time arrangements, we’ll work with you to help balance work and life
• Leave: more than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave, with no minimum service
• Community giving: a paid day to volunteer with our social impact partner, Foodbank, or for a cause that matters to you
• Perks: we offer all the other perks you’ve come to expect like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts and more

As an industry in transformation, we’re excited by the possibilities ahead.

So, if you’re passionate about our purpose and committed to making real progress, bring your energy and join AusNet. Together, we can shape a new way forward!