Higher rates. Great crews. Long-term work.
Ventia’s Western Power contract is growing, and we're looking for experienced Lead Cable Jointers to join our team delivering critical network projects across Western Australia.
$66.80 – $73.54 per hour + $4.00 per hour regional site allowance + LAFHA of up to $355 per day when working away.
With recently increased rates, a strong team culture, and genuine opportunities for career development, there's never been a better time to join Ventia.
As a Cable Jointer, you will play a key role in delivering safe and efficient upgrades to Western Australia's electrical distribution network. Working across both metropolitan and regional projects, you'll contribute to the reliability and resilience of critical infrastructure while being part of a team focused on safety, quality and delivering great outcomes for our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute customer and network projects including LV cable and pillar terminations, HV switchgear connections, pad-mounted transformer installations, and streetlight and pit terminations.
- Deliver network enhancement, resilience, and infrastructure upgrade projects across Metro and Regional WA.
- Work collaboratively with crews and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Ensure all field activities are conducted in accordance with safety, quality and compliance requirements.
What's in it for you?
Ventia offers more than just a job—we provide a career pathway with genuine rewards and flexibility. As part of our Western Power team, you'll enjoy:
- $66.80 – $73.54 per hour plus $4.00 per hour regional site allowance
- Regular opportunities to work away, with generous allowances
- Ongoing overtime and weekend work available for those who want extra earning potential
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
- Two rostered days off every fortnight
- A balanced mix of metro and regional work to keep things interesting
- Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA) of up to $355 per day for regional travel
What we're looking for
We're seeking skilled and safety-focused Cable Jointers who bring experience, qualifications and a great attitude to the team, including:
- Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Cable Jointing (UET30819 or equivalent)
- Current Driver's Licence – C Class
- Proven experience carrying out Distribution Jointing
Highly regarded
- Issuing Officer, Recipient in Charge and eNAR writing
- Paper Lead and LIVE LV qualifications
- Paper Lead HV / XLPE qualifications
- HV and LV Switching authorised on Western Power's Network
- SACs accreditation
- EWP, HRWL – DG, LF, CV or higher
We're open to covering relocation costs for the right candidate and encourage qualified Cable Jointers from interstate and New Zealand to apply.
About the opportunity
This is an exciting time to join Ventia as we return to partner with Western Power to help connect homes, businesses and communities to an increasingly renewable energy future.
The scope of work includes maintenance and project services across Western Power's transmission and distribution network, supporting customers throughout metropolitan, regional and remote Western Australia.
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
How to apply
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.
Position Reference Number:168147
