Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

High Voltage Operating Support - HVOS, BESS Utility Sites

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMelbourne VIC, AustraliaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A state-qualified electrical license.
At least five years of post-trade experience in high-voltage operations.
A high-voltage switching ticket or authorisation.
Current low-voltage rescue, CPR, and first-aid certifications.
Proven experience performing high-voltage switching operations and managing electrical isolation.
A driver's license.

Responsibilities

Coordinate high-voltage switching schedules across assigned battery energy storage system sites.
Review and approve switching instructions.
Develop switching instructions from scratch and support the safe execution of high-voltage switching.
Provide operational support and oversight during complex switching activities.
Maintain accurate switching records and associated documentation.
Maintain current hands-on capability as a high-voltage authorised operator, including practical hands-on work when required.
Support high-voltage operations in construction, pre-commissioning, and energised post-maintenance environments.
Provide on-site support as needed, assess situations, offer direction when required, and assist the team practically.
Help design, build, and deliver a structured high-voltage training and testing program for operators and site personnel.
Contribute to primary and/or secondary testing frameworks and practical assessments.
Review, improve, and develop switching procedures, switching guides, and operating documentation for existing and new sites.
Support the continuous improvement of high-voltage operating systems, standards, and training at an organisational level.
Travel as required, averaging about 50%, with travel varying from none in some weeks to a full week on site.
Work closely with the High Voltage Operating Authority and site teams as a practical high-voltage operator and coordinator, rather than as a desktop project manager.

Desired Qualifications

Primary or secondary testing experience.
Industry experience in power generation, transmission or distribution, renewables, or industrial high-voltage operations.

Category	Energy - Solar & Storage
Location	Melbourne, VIC
Requisition ID	287983
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<div class="MSWordContent"><p>The High voltage Operating Support provides HV operational control for a defined site, region or asset boundary under delegation from the existing High Voltage Operating Authority (HVOA). This is a hands-on role for an experienced operator who can coordinate switching, support competency and testing, improve procedures and provide practical on site support across Tesla’s BESS utility sites.</div>

Job Responsibilities

Coordinate HV switching schedules across assigned Tesla BESS sites.
Review and approve switching instructions
Develop switching instructions from scratch and support safe execution of HV switching
Provide operational support and oversight during complex switching activities
Maintain accurate switching records and associated documentation
Maintain current hands-on capability as an HV Authorised Operator, including practical hands-on work when required.
Support HV Operations in both construction, pre commissioning and energised post maintenance environments.
Provide on site support as needed, assess situations, offer direction when required and assist team practically when needed.
Help design, build, and deliver a structured HV training and testing program for operators and site personnel.
Contribute to primary and or secondary testing frame works and practical assessments (primary or secondary testing experience is highly regarded).
Review, improve, and develop switching procedures, switching guides, and operating documentation for existing and new sites.
Support the continuous improvement of HV operating systems, standards, and training at an organisational level.
Travel as required (average ~50% — some weeks none, other times a day or two, or a full week on site).
Work closely with the HVOA and site teams as a practical HV operator and coordinator — not as a desktop project manager.

Job Requirements

State Qualified electrical license
Minimum 5years post trade experience of HV operations.
Primary or secondary testing experience is highly regarded.
High level commitment to safety and compliance.
HV Switching Ticket / Authorisation
Current LVR/CPR & first aid certification
Proven experience performing HV switching operations and managing electrical isolation
Preferred industry experience in Power generation, transmission or distribution, renewables. Or industrial HV operating background.
Driver’s license.

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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