Pipeline Operator Technician

Who We Are

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering over $1B portfolio annually, the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Pipeline Operator / Technician to join our Gas Transmission Operations and Maintenance Team. If you have an Electrical Instrumentation background and are looking for a role that is diverse, hands‑on, and technically challenging, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

In this role, you will be responsible for a broad range of activities related to high-pressure natural gas pipelines and facilities, offering significant variety and the opportunity to work across a diverse and dynamic operational environment.

Key Responsibilities include

• Electrical and instrumentation preventative maintenance, fault‑finding and repair of station instruments and gas monitoring equipment
• Mechanical tasks such as valve overhauls and valve maintenance
• Operational and critical function testing of water bath heaters and pressure reduction skids
• Maintain gas turbines and associated equipment
• Verification of metering equipment
• Cathodic protection monitoring and testing
• Pipeline easement patrols and right‑of‑way maintenance, including vegetation control and signage repairs
• Pipeline excavation and coating repairs
• Engaging and supervising contractors, and liaising with landowners, authorities and third parties
• Maintaining accurate documentation, including records, procedures and work instructions
• Responding to customer and stakeholder queries, incidents and emergencies
• Participating in an on‑call roster and assisting with work across other Gas Transmission assets, which may include intra/interstate travel

About You

The successful candidate will be capable of working independently, proactively identifying improvements, and managing the varied responsibilities associated with operating High Pressure Natural Gas Pipelines. You will have strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines consistently, you will also possess the following:

• Electrical Fitter or Electrical Fitter / Mechanic trade qualifications
• A current Electrical Licence
• Instrumentation Trade or Certificate III in Industrial Instrumentation (or willingness to obtain)
• Current First Aid / CPR / Low Voltage Rescue certification
• Construction Industry OHS White Card
• Current NSW Drivers licence

Desirable:

• Experience with high pressure natural gas pipelines, compressors or processing equipment
• RTU / PLC interpretation and fault‑finding skills
• Gas Chromatograph operation and maintenance experience
• EEHA qualifications
• Experience with Type B appliances including boilers and Water Bath Heaters
• Mechanical aptitude and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• HR or MR driver licence, and / or Forklift / EWP / Rigging high‑risk licence

Why you should work for us

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future. Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace, flexible work arrangements, various leave benefits, career development pathways, a wellbeing program, and more.

We know Zinfra is a great place to belong—but don’t just take our word for it; hear our team members share what working at Zinfra means to them.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with a disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Apply today, you belong here.

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.

Notice to Third Parties: Zinfra does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.