The Project

UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the ~140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project. 

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure. 

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

The Role:

We are looking for experience Riggers and Structural Steel Erectors to join our Assembly and Erection crews in Tarcutta, NSW. This will be a full-time permanent opportunity working to a 19/9 roster, 10-12 hour days. FIFO/ DIDO options available with flights and accommodation provided at our brand new camps.

Works will involve:

Layout steel into suitable location for assembly
Sufficiently bolt and install members to meet specifications
Inspection of steel and identify / report defects
Conduct routine checks on all lifting equipment, including hooks &/or attachments
Bolt management and tightening process understood
Calculation of load masses, assessment of lifting points & slinging requirements
Read and understand lift plans for works

About You

Construction White Card
Rigging and Dogging – High Risk Work Licences
Work at Heights licence
Elevated Work Platform licence
Tower Rescue – desirable
Previous experience working in overhead transmission lines or telecommunication towers high advantageous
Work to a high standard and be passionate about what you do
Ability to undergo a pre-employment medical

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including\:

A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

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