About the Role
Reporting to the Telecommunications Engineering Team Leader, this role plays a key part in the design, planning, and integration of both our Operational Telecommunications Network and the DC Power systems that support it. You’ll provide expert engineering advice across technologies including but not limited to Ethernet, PDH, SDH, and IP/MPLS, as well as specifying of chargers and batteries to support 48V DC systems for telecommunications equipment and 110V DC systems that supply substation automation devices (protection relays and SCADA systems).
Take ownership of your day and help safeguard the reliability and security of South Australia’s electricity network by delivering integrated, standards-compliant solutions across operational telecommunications and substation DC infrastructure.

Culture & benefits
As a valued member of SA Power Networks, you will enjoy being part of a collaborative team and relish an environment with a true sense of community. We offer a platform where you can engage, grow and innovate your career within an exciting organisation that values safety and is committed to the success of its people.
You will also enjoy a range of benefits designed to support you and your family, some including:

• A key focus on providing a healthy work-life balance.
• 12.5% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions).
• Rewarding salary with annual performance reviews
• Up to $900 in electricity bill reimbursements each year
• 17.5% leave loading payable on annual leave
• Flexibility to work from home
• Work as part of a collaborative and supportive team
• Automatic coverage from SA Power Networks income protection scheme
• Paid parental leave - Primary Parent (18 weeks) / Secondary Parent (5 weeks)
• Industry-leading reputation for safety & wellbeing.

About you
Your skills and experience will include:

• Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunications, Electrical and/or Electronic that will allow for admission as a Corporate Member of Institute of Engineers, Australia - (CPEng is desirable).
• A current Class C Drivers Licence.

About us
SA Power Networks plays a pivotal role in South Australia by connecting all South Australians to a reliable and efficient electricity network.
Working together with communities across South Australia, we are proud to be world leaders in delivering a cleaner, greener and a more sustainable energy future, today.
As one of the state’s largest and most reputable employers, we offer a diverse and collaborative work environment where our people take pride in the innovation of a high performing work culture and a commitment to safety that all South Australians can be proud of.
With award-winning training, internal development programs and diverse career pathways SA Power Networks will help empower your career, while you help empower South Australia.

For more information please contact:
Harry Finn - [email protected]

Applications close 29/06/25

SA Power Networks is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all genders, cultures and backgrounds.