Protection and Control Technician (multiple opportunities)

• Salary $105,284 - $144,090 + allowances totalling $8,500 + 16% Superannuation
• Free gym membership, onsite physio and parking
• Ongoing, full-time position

Evoenergy is currently offering multiple opportunities for candidates to join our Ground and Zone Asset Delivery Team as Protection Technicians. We are seeking a variety of experience levels from seasoned Protection Techs to those exploring the field for the first time. At Evoenergy, we’re committed to supporting your growth through training and development that builds a lasting and rewarding career.

We’re seeking individuals with experience in any of the following areas, which will be considered highly favourable:

• Thermographic
• Cable fault location and diagnostics
• High-voltage (HV) testing
• Protection Maintenance and commissioning
• SCADA, Automation, and communications systems.
• Faults and Emergency response

Whether you're already skilled in these areas or looking to grow, we’re committed to supporting the successful candidate in developing their technical capabilities. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and experience needed for a rewarding and successful career as a Protection Technician.

As a part of the Network Services team, you will undertake a variety of works associated with the construction and maintenance of Evoenergy’s Electrical Network. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of maintaining a future focused electricity network for the ACT.  

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure site compliance with safety rules and regulations including the Evoenergy Safety Rules, Evoenergy Lifesaving Rules, Safe Work Method Statements, Evoenergy manuals, policies and procedures
• Actively participate in SWMS, procedure, JRA. Standards and design reviews and investigations
• Ensure the delivery of works in a timely and safe manner, to Evoenergy design requirements and technical standards and to highest quality standards, while minimising customer impact. 
• Other duties within the employee's skill, competence and training.

Please see the attached position descriptions to view the full list of responsibilities for these roles. 

Our ideal candidate: 

• You take active steps to ensure the safety of your colleagues and our community, championing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
• Minimum Certificate III Systems Electrician.
• High risk license – EWP 
• Demonstrated understanding of the operation and maintenance of electricity network infrastructure and field operations and high level knowledge of construction and protection standards.
• Advanced Diploma in Power Systems or equivalent desired.

About Evoenergy 

We own, maintain and operate the electricity distribution network in the ACT and the gas network in the ACT and parts of NSW. We supply safe, reliable and cost-effective electricity to over 200,000 residential and business electricity customers, and over 140,000 gas customers.

At Evoenergy, we’re focused on safety, reliability, innovation and sustainability. We boast a positive safety culture that encourages and inspires, because the work we do matters to thousands of Canberrans.

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace a diverse, inclusive, and respective culture, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds – and encourage applications regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability. 

Thinking of moving in Canberra? 

The ACT is Australia's best kept secret. Canberra’s location offers easy access to the South Coast and snowfields, making it perfect for an outdoor and adventure based lifestyle. We will support your cost to relocate. Learn more about the territory here.  

Apply now 

Please submit your resume and cover letter clearly stating which position you are applying for.

Apply through our Recruitment Portal by submitting your resume and a cover letter that clearly outlines the key skills, knowledge and experience you can bring to the role. You should also address the ‘Ideal Candidate’ criteria above. 

For guidance with the application process, contact Lucy Bate at recruitment@evoenergy.com.au. 

Applications close: 19th of November 2025