Transmission Distribution of Electricity & Rail Traction

Would you like to get into an industry that promises:
• A powerful career!
• Payment while you train, increasing annually
• Varied and interesting work environments
• Travel within Australia and even overseas

About the industry
• The industry powers Australia. Once power is produced, the transmission and distribution networks ensure it is delivered to industry, business and domestic users
• The electricity is transmitted by high voltage transmission lines to major centres where it is then distributed at lower voltages
• Every country needs increasing amounts of power, so there are opportunities for employment world-wide

What you will do
• Operate support Plant, Equipment and Tools
• Install and maintain Overhead Distribution and Transmission systems
• Install and maintain Underground Distribution and Transmission systems
• Install and maintain Public Lighting Systems
• Install and maintain Electrical Equipment on O/H and U/G Distribution
• And Transmission systems
• Maintain energised low voltage Conductors and Cables
• Carry out switching operations on O/H and U/G systems
• In emergencies you’ll be involved in fast-moving operations to restore essential power to homes, hospitals and businesses

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