Junior Field Service Technician

About the Opportunity

Are you a qualified electrician looking to take the next step in your career and develop specialist skills in High Voltage (HV) systems?

Hitachi Energy is seeking a motivated Junior Field Service Technician to join our High Voltage Service team.

This role offers a structured development pathway combining hands-on field experience, mentoring from experienced HV specialists, formal technical training, and industry-recognised GIS/AIS certification programs.

Working alongside senior technicians and engineers, you will gain practical experience supporting the installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Hitachi Energy's High Voltage Switchgear portfolio, including:

• Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS)
• Air-Insulated Switchgear (AIS)

This is an excellent opportunity for an A-Grade Electrician who is safety-focused, technically curious, and keen to develop into a fully qualified High Voltage Field Service Technician.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Commissioning Support

• Assist with installation and assembly of GIS and AIS equipment
• Support pre-commissioning activities
• Assist with functional testing and energisation activities

Maintenance & Service Support

• Support routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities
• Perform visual inspections and condition assessments
• Assist with gas density monitoring and leak detection
• Support cleaning, lubrication, and mechanical adjustment activities
• Participate in breakdown response and repair activities

Technical Development

• Work under the guidance of experienced HV technicians and engineers
• Develop skills in:
  • Electrical testing
  • Circuit breaker analysis
  • Timing and diagnostic testing
  • Protection and control verification
  • Fault finding and troubleshooting

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all Hitachi Energy safety policies and procedures
• Adhere to HV safety requirements and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) processes
• Participate in Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and risk assessments
• Support environmental compliance, including SF₆ gas handling requirements
• Promote a strong safety-first and zero-harm culture

Documentation & Customer Support

• Complete service reports and maintenance records
• Record test results and technical findings accurately
• Maintain digital service and compliance documentation
• Represent Hitachi Energy professionally on customer sites

About You

Essential Requirements

• A-Grade Electrical Licence
• Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals and safe work practices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Current driver's licence
• Ability to obtain required site access clearances and certifications
• Strong commitment to safety
• Willingness to travel and work on customer sites

Desirable Experience

Exposure to one or more of the following would be advantageous:

• HV substations
• Industrial electrical systems
• Switchgear or protection systems
• Utility, mining, or heavy industrial environments
• Mechanical assembly or maintenance activities

What We Offer

• Structured career pathway into High Voltage Field Service
• Comprehensive technical training and certification programs
• Mentoring from experienced HV specialists
• Exposure to industry-leading HV technology
• Domestic and international training opportunities
• Diverse field-based work environment
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with a global technology leader

What Success Looks Like

Our priorities are:

Safety → Quality → Delivery → Cost

Success in this role will be demonstrated through:

• Safe work performance and commitment to zero harm
• Completion of technical training and certification milestones
• High-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction
• Timely completion of assigned service activities

Our Values

At Hitachi Energy, we believe in:

People Champion
Creating an inclusive environment built on trust, safety, growth, and collaboration.

Customer & Society Focus
Acting with integrity while delivering value to customers and contributing positively to society.

Innovation
Continuously learning, challenging the status quo, and creating new value through technology and teamwork.

Ready to energise your career in High Voltage systems? Apply today and start your development journey with Hitachi Energy.

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