Senior Commissioning Officer

About Us

Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our 2000 strong team members across Australia, consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve.

About the role

We are experiencing steady growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, and as a result, we are looking for a skilled Senior Commissioning Officer to join our team at our Dandenong South depot.

This hands-on role demands broad technical expertise and substantial experience working on substation projects that are integral to Australia's transition to a Net Zero future.

You will be part of our Zinfra Contracting VIC Testing & Commissioning Enterprise Agreement 2021, with a competitive salary and a tool-of-trade vehicle provided. The role typically involves medium to long-term projects across Victoria, with a 9-day fortnight schedule, and overtime paid at penalty rates.

Key Responsibilities include

• Plan & lead the testing and commissioning activities for both brownfield and greenfield 22kV-500kV Substation projects
• Plan and execute outage activities with a focus on safety
• Track, report, and ensure progress aligns with the project commissioning schedule
• Conduct Protection & Control relay testing
• Perform IEC61850 system testing
• Primary Plant testing & commissioning
• Drawing, ITP and defect/RFI management
• Supervise and mentor junior team members

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have significant experience in a similar role, having worked on complex brownfield and greenfield substation projects and hold an Advanced Diploma of ESI Power Systems or an Electrical Engineering Degree

• Experience within the Australian transmission/distribution networks
• A strong background in Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) testing and commissioning
• Relevant training and authorisations in line with VESI standards (desirable)
• Proficient in the operation of Doble and/or Omicron secondary injection test equipment and other primary plant test equipment
• Experience with IEC61850 projects is desirable but not essential

Our people are our energy source, and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of our journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry.

Diversity & Inclusion

We champion inclusion and are committed to gender equity targets and increasing First Nations representation in our workforce. 

We welcome applications from all people especially women, First Nations peoples, those with differing abilities, LGBTIQA+ community members, those with neurodiverse abilities, those with culturally diverse backgrounds, and from all age groups. You belong here.

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and 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.