Senior Electrical Officer
- Salary Package – LHI Officer Grade 8 - $136,027 to $148,515 plus 11.5% superannuation
- Ongoing full-time role (38 hours per week) opportunity
- Location - Lord Howe Island
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About the role
Lord Howe Island Board has an opportunity for a Senior Electrical Officer to maintain, operate and regulate the Lord Howe Island hybrid powerhouse plant and equipment in accordance with Lord Howe Board and government regulations.
About You
To be successful in the role, you will need to have experience in operating with significant autonomy to ensure a consistent and reliable electrical supply, including making decisions on daily issues such as plant repairs and routine upgrades to maintain power infrastructure. In addition, you should be able to make rapid decisions to address power supply disturbances, ensuring prompt restoration of power, especially to critical infrastructure such as the hospital and airport, to safeguard community well-being.
Essential Requirements – As detailed in the Role Description
- Electrical Trades Certificate (Supervisors Certificate)
- UEPOPS022 Coordinate and direct switching program
- UEPOPS036 Develop HV switching programs
- UEPOPS116 Operate local HV switchgear
- UEPOPS124 Perform switching to a switching program
- UETDRSB001 Perform substation switching operations to a given schedule
- Class C Driver’s license
Favourable requirements – As detailed in the Role Description
- UEPOPS021 Control permit to work
- UEPOPS117 Operate local LV switchgear
- UETDREL005 Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical equipment
- UETDREL006 Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker
- UETDRMP002 ESI safety rules for work on, near or in the vicinity of electrical equipment
- UETDRRF004 Perform rescue from a live LV panel
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Electrical Officer LHI
Who we are
Lord Howe Island is located in the Tasman Sea approximately 700km north east of Sydney and is part of NSW. The Island has a high proportion of rare and endemic birds, plants, and invertebrates, and has the southernmost coral reef in the world. Three-quarters of the Island is within the Permanent Park Preserve, which is managed similarly to a national park. There are approximately 445 residents and tourism is the major industry and source of income on the Island. Approximately 16,000 people visit the Island each year and there are 21 accommodation lodges.
The Lord Howe Island Board (the Board) is a statutory authority established under the provisions of the Lord Howe Island Act 1953. The Board is responsible to the NSW Minister for the Environment and comprises four Islanders elected by the local community and three members appointed by the Minister. It is charged with the care, control and management of the Island and the affairs and trade of the Island. It is also responsible for the care, improvement and welfare of the Island and residents. “Island” as defined by the Act includes Lord Howe Island and all adjacent islands and coral reefs within one marine league of the Island. Ball’s Pyramid and adjacent islands are also included in this definition.
The Lord Howe Island Board is part of the Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) cluster. Lord Howe Island Board members and staff are employed under section 21 of the Government Sector Employment and Management Act 2013, by DCCEEW. Ensuring a sustainable NSW through climate change and energy action, water management, environment and heritage protection.
In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, and offers job share and workplace adjustments. We are committed to the Premier’s Priorities and welcome applications from all.
For more information regarding Lord Howe Island (Board) and information that should be taken into consideration about living and working on Lord Howe Island, review Candidate Information Document.
In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments. We are committed to the Premier’s Priorities and welcome applications from all.
Before you apply
The position is located on Lord Howe Island. Assistance to staff who must relocate to the Island to take up an appointment is available in accordance with the Crown Employees (Lord Howe Island Board Salaries and Conditions 2009) Award, including staff accommodation.
A range of policies apply to living on Lord Howe Island which can be reviewed here.
How To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close at 11:55pm Sunday 29 June 2025.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Bradley Josephs via bradley.josephs@lhib.nsw.gov.au or 02 6563 2066
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
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