Job Description
High Voltage Protection Technician
Date: 22 Aug 2026
Location: North Sydney, NSW, AU, 2060
Company: Ventia
Ventia’s Sydney Water High Voltage Contract provide specialised High Voltage operations and maintenance to Sydney Water’s vast array of critical High Voltage assets – ranging in voltage between 3.3kV and 33kV. We're seeking to employ an experienced HV Protection Technician to work in a full time permanent role.
Benefits:
Commencement rate of $56.67 p/hr, once site competencies are met (3-6 months approx.) rate to increase to $65.31 p/hr + Superannuation.
Employee benefits such as discounts on insurances, novated leases, gym access etc.
Tool of Trade vehicle + phone + laptop + PPE provided
RDO (Rostered Day Off) monthly
Work assignment based on home location
Comprehensive on the job training to set you up for success
Call-out allowance once qualified by Sydney Water
Work with an experienced, diverse, and collaborative team
Internal career opportunities across the contract and bigger Ventia business
Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives
About the role
This role will provide pro-active service for our client Sydney Water and the three Regional Delivery Consortia (RDC’s) who provide Electrical and Mechanical services to Sydney Water across their three regional areas - North, West and South.
You may be required to travel anywhere in Sydney Water’s area of operation – which stretches from Warriewood in the north, Mount Victoria in the west and Shellharbour in the south.
You will also be required to be ‘On-Call’ once every 7 – + weeks on a 24/7 basis (after being 6 months in the role and once becoming an authorised HV operator)
What you’ll be doing:
Performing HV Protection Relay testing using a Universal Relay Test Set and Commissioning Tool. Providing detailed and accurate Protection Relay test reports to Ventia’s clients.
Analyse and troubleshoot faults in protection systems, including relays, circuit breakers, and transformers.
Performing breakdown, corrective and preventative maintenance on Sydney Water’s large array of High Voltage assets (3.3kV – 33kV) within their greater Sydney Metropolitan, Blue Mountains and Illawarra regions.
Performing complex switching operations, isolations and earthing on their critical High Voltage assets.
Providing High Voltage isolations for various sub-contractors who perform High Voltage Condition Monitoring work, Gas powered Co-Generator work, Hydro Plant work and High Voltage Project work.
What we are looking for:
Demonstrated field experience performing HV Protection Relay testing and commissioning.
Experience with Omicron Protection Relay test equipment would be an advantage.
Demonstrated field experience performing maintenance on high voltage equipment and/or performing High Voltage switching operations – including earthing.
Issuing and/or receiving High Voltage Access Permits (Access Permits Course).
Undertaken an initial ‘High Voltage Switching and Access Permit Issuer’ course with a Supply Authority or registered training centre.
Hold a current driver’s licence.
Hold a current NSW Electrical Supervisors Certificate or Electrical Contractors Licence.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely, and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents, and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
Position Reference Number: 15+51+
Date: 22 Aug 2026
Location: North Sydney, NSW, AU, 2060
Company: Ventia
Ventia’s Sydney Water High Voltage Contract provide specialised High Voltage operations and maintenance to Sydney Water’s vast array of critical High Voltage assets – ranging in voltage between 3.3kV and 33kV. We're seeking to employ an experienced HV Protection Technician to work in a full time permanent role.
Benefits:
Commencement rate of $56.67 p/hr, once site competencies are met (3-6 months approx.) rate to increase to $65.31 p/hr + Superannuation.
Employee benefits such as discounts on insurances, novated leases, gym access etc.
Tool of Trade vehicle + phone + laptop + PPE provided
RDO (Rostered Day Off) monthly
Work assignment based on home location
Comprehensive on the job training to set you up for success
Call-out allowance once qualified by Sydney Water
Work with an experienced, diverse, and collaborative team
Internal career opportunities across the contract and bigger Ventia business
Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives
About the role
This role will provide pro-active service for our client Sydney Water and the three Regional Delivery Consortia (RDC’s) who provide Electrical and Mechanical services to Sydney Water across their three regional areas - North, West and South.
You may be required to travel anywhere in Sydney Water’s area of operation – which stretches from Warriewood in the north, Mount Victoria in the west and Shellharbour in the south.
You will also be required to be ‘On-Call’ once every 7 – + weeks on a 24/7 basis (after being 6 months in the role and once becoming an authorised HV operator)
What you’ll be doing:
Performing HV Protection Relay testing using a Universal Relay Test Set and Commissioning Tool. Providing detailed and accurate Protection Relay test reports to Ventia’s clients.
Analyse and troubleshoot faults in protection systems, including relays, circuit breakers, and transformers.
Performing breakdown, corrective and preventative maintenance on Sydney Water’s large array of High Voltage assets (3.3kV – 33kV) within their greater Sydney Metropolitan, Blue Mountains and Illawarra regions.
Performing complex switching operations, isolations and earthing on their critical High Voltage assets.
Providing High Voltage isolations for various sub-contractors who perform High Voltage Condition Monitoring work, Gas powered Co-Generator work, Hydro Plant work and High Voltage Project work.
What we are looking for:
Demonstrated field experience performing HV Protection Relay testing and commissioning.
Experience with Omicron Protection Relay test equipment would be an advantage.
Demonstrated field experience performing maintenance on high voltage equipment and/or performing High Voltage switching operations – including earthing.
Issuing and/or receiving High Voltage Access Permits (Access Permits Course).
Undertaken an initial ‘High Voltage Switching and Access Permit Issuer’ course with a Supply Authority or registered training centre.
Hold a current driver’s licence.
Hold a current NSW Electrical Supervisors Certificate or Electrical Contractors Licence.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely, and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents, and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
Position Reference Number: 15+51+
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The High Voltage Protection Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Operator & Technician Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operator & Technician Jobs is a plus.