Electrical Line Worker-Distribution

JOB DESCRIPTION Northern Territory Government

Job title Electrical Line Worker

Classification Trade Technical Position No. 13477

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Business unit Power Services Location Darwin

Reports to Field Supervisor Overhead Reports to P/No. 42024

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Inclusion and vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require
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recruitment plans Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special

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Selected skills, information from referees, etc.) will be provided to other applicants, to ensure transparency and better
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PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

Responsible for undertaking installation, inspection, maintenance and repair activities on network systems throughout the Northern
Territory, as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The “WHAT” to be delivered

• Undertake construction, inspection, repair and maintenance activities of electrical distribution and transmission assets.
• Utilise and participate in business systems supporting maintenance, procurement, customer service and network performance.
• Participate in system operational work including field switching.
• Communicate effectively with workmates, supervisors and the general public and establish effective working relationships.
• Participate in training activities to meet organisational requirements.
• Ability to undertake works in regions outside Darwin as may be reasonably required and directed.

COMPETENCY PROFILE

“HOW” to do it (Manager of Self profile - refer to Power and Water’s Behavioural Competency Guide)

Ensures accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
Action orientated Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy,

and enthusiasm.
Communicates effectively Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding

of the unique needs of diverse audiences.
Customer Focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared obligations.
Instils trust and values difference Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

while recognising the value that different perspectives and diverse cultures bring to an
organisation.

Is resilient Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Self-development with self-awareness Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal

development channels, using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive
insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

No. of Direct Reports 0 No. of Indirect Reports 0
Key Interactions: External Customers

EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: ____________

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JOB DESCRIPTION Northern Territory Government

COMPLIANCE

We expect you to:

• Actively align, support and promote Power and Water’s Values and support building a constructive workplace culture that celebrates

achievement through its people.

• Carry out duties in accordance with Power and Water’s Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, working towards our goal of

Zero Harm

• Ensure all activities undertaken as a Power and Water employee comply with Power and Water’s Standards of Behaviour, Management

Standards and Procedures, relevant Acts, legal demands and that you manage all of your activities and responsibilities within the Power
and Water risk management framework.

• Pass a job-specific pre-employment medical (if applicable)

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualification and Skills Experience

Essential • AQF Certificate III in ESI Distribution or • A proven track record with Safety and
Equivalent or ability to achieve through a reliability
relevant qualification gap analysis process • Experience in distribution network systems

FURTHER INFORMATION
1. For further information please contact Eric Klinke on 0421 871 809
2. Information about Power and Water Corporation may be viewed at powerwater.com.au
3. The total remuneration package amounts published for this position include base salary, superannuation and annual leave loading.
4. Offers of appointment, promotion or transfer for this vacancy is subject to passing a job-specific pre-employment medical

examination and undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is
relevant to the position.

5. Level of appointment will depend on qualification, skill, knowledge and experience.

Apply Online: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354650 Approved August 2026

Vacancy Closes: 29/09/2026 Belinda Small Executive General Manager – Power
Services

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