TGEN Trade Technical - Remuneration Package Range $86,053 - $143,797
(including salary $76,833 - $128,390)
Maintenance South
Alice Springs
One ongoing full time vacancy is available.

In addition to standard pay and conditions, this role may attract supplementary allowances based on the successful candidate’s skills and qualifications. A favourable roster is provided, and for the right candidate, relocation and retention incentives may also be available.

At Territory Generation, we align everything we do with our core values of Focus, Integrity, Respect, Safety and Teamwork (FIRST). It's what makes Territory Generation a great place to work.

Territory Generation is the largest producer of electricity in the Northern Territory with assets from Alice Springs to Darwin. We use gas, diesel and solar technologies to provide power across the Territory.

Your New Role

As the Electrical Tradesperson, you will provide a high level of technical expertise in electrical maintenance, performing preventative and corrective maintenance activities and modifications of complex electrical and generation equipment associated with critical power generating plant operating on natural gas and diesel fuels.

Your accountabilities include:

Undertake reactive and predictive maintenance of electrical and instrumentation systems.

Manage and investigate critical plant emergency incidents, complete plant failure/condition technical reports and efficiency assessments.

Undertake operational and technical commissioning tasks while working with engineering teams and other trades.

Maintain gas/diesel reciprocating engines, gas turbines and electrical power generation equipment.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of site records to ensure accurate historical information for maintenance purposes, including use of the maintenance management system and time confirmation of all tasks.

Liaise with contractors coming on site and manage relevant permits and contractor supervision to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the power station plant.

Work within Territory Generation’s Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) processes and procedures.

Participate in an on-call roster and travel to other stations when required.

Carry out duties in accordance with Territory Generation’s safety, environmental and quality policy, safety principles, corporate values and strategies.

Your skills and experience:

A Grade Electrical/Fitter Mechanic trade qualifications or equivalent technical work experience within the power generation industry.

Demonstrated ability to perform detailed fault-finding on complex electrical systems, isolate multiple energy sources and work within permit to work systems.

B Class Gas Licence (or ability to obtain B Class gas licence)

Demonstrated competence in the area of workplace safety and commitment to safe work practices.

Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills which result in effective team membership and contribution to workplace objectives.

Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings and procedures.

Sound ability to work in a Permit to Work system that ensures safety to all personnel and ability to work unsupervised yet still maintain constant interaction with operational staff.

Well-developed computer literacy.

Have or be able to obtain an NT drivers license and have the ability to participate in an on-call roster.

Ability to carry out duties in accordance with Territory Generation’s safety, environmental and quality policies and corporate values and strategies.

Desirable skills & experience:

Experience in large scale heavy industry environments.

Experience in gas, diesel or solar generation.

High Risk Licences (CSE, Forklift, Working at Heights, EWP), current senior first aid or ability and willingness to obtain.

Current hazardous area electrical installation, inspection and maintenance certification

This is an ongoing role and requires Australian Citizenship or other eligible visa type.

If you meet the above criteria and you are looking for your next exciting role, please submit your application by clicking APPLY or for further information, contact Hal Ruger on 0447 540 122.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Peter Levett - Regional Manager South on 08 8902 9710

Quote vacancy number: 39060
Closing date: 16/09/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search