Job Description

Operator Maintainer (Electrical & Instrumentation)

Business Unit: Operations and Projects

Sourcing Location: South Australia

About Us

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation. Our ability to deliver on this purpose will be dependent on our people.

As the energy sector rapidly evolves with electrification, renewables, and sustainability at the forefront, we are delivering innovative centralised energy solutions to meet the needs of modern communities.

About The Role

As an Operator Maintainer, you are responsible for the safe and efficient day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of the Hallett Power Station. The role ensures reliable electricity generation while meeting safety, environmental, and commercial standards across the asset’s lifecycle.

This is a permanent position based onsite at the Hallett Power Station. You will be working 7.30am – 4.20pm on a nine day fortnight. This position requires availability to be included in the teams on call roster.

• Ensure preventative and planned maintenance is performed in accordance with the approved maintenance program
• Identify and trouble-shoot fault situations
• Perform inspections (preventative, planned, unplanned) and corrective maintenance, calibrations and repairs
• Administer and control spare parts, consumables and lubricants on site and be responsible for identifying and ordering replacement items
• Ensure that team instruments are calibrated and maintained in a safe working order

About You

• Trade qualified (Electrical and/or Instrumentation)
• Experience working in a heavy industrial environment or similar
• Sound technical knowledge and competencies in the operation, maintenance and trouble shooting plant equipment
• Have a high commitment to safety and strong communication skills

If you are interested in this position apply now, applications close Sunday 24 May 2026

Why Us?

EnergyAustralia is a place where all employees are genuinely valued, supported, and free to be themselves — because we believe that’s when we’re at our best.

We embrace diversity of background, experience, and perspective, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from the LGBTQ+ community.

Here’s What You Can Look Forward To

• Employee discounts on electricity and gas, plus savings on major brands and products
• 20 weeks’ paid parental leave – completely gender-equal
• Energise Program – flexible working that’s team-centric, enabling teams to agree and succeed together
• Performance recognition and incentive programmes – tailored to different roles and teams to reward great work throughout the year
• Supportive leaders and a down-to-earth culture where you can be your authentic self