Corrosion Technician

Who we are:

Powerplant are looking for Corrosion Technicians/Technologists to job our Network Services Team.

We are an industry leading and award-winning design, project management consultancy and asset management group with over 25 years’ experience. We deliver safe and timely solutions tailored to maximise outcomes for each client and project. Our relationships in the industry and the results we achieve for our customers are second to none.

We have built great trust with our customers and with industry, and continue to develop an award-winning, highly skilled and engaged team.

• We have contracts in place with all Victorian distribution networks.

• We have professionally trained project managers, accredited with all networks to deliver electrical upgrade projects.

• Our Network Services support multiple large critical asset owners with Asset Resilience and Management services.

CP Technician Responsibilities include:

You will provide sound & timely service to Network Services clients and service providers / contractors and liaise with various technical bodies regarding corrosion protection techniques.

• Conduct corrosion field audits, coating and potential surveys, trouble shooting and installation of cathodic protection systems

• Collect and validate CP data along with instrumentation maintenance & calibration

• Assist with the design, development, and installation of CP systems

• Provide training and mentoring to junior colleagues

• Set task priorities and allocate work within the position's area of responsibility

• Promote a commitment to safe working practices and accident prevention

Requirements:

• Cathodic Protection technical field experience with qualifications from NACE or ACA (CP Technician or Technologist) an advantage

• Previous exposure to oil & gas, pipelines, marine and similar assets and infrastructure

• Knowledge of the procedures, skills and technology used for sacrificial anode and impressed current cathodic protection systems on a wide range of buried or immersed metallic structures

• Computer and software skills, including Microsoft Office

• Requires regional and interstate travel

• Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have equivalent working rights in Australia

• Ability to obtain and maintain security and police checks

• Hold and maintain a valid Driver's Licence

What we offer:

• Flexible workplace and team structure with opportunities for growth into leadership or other technical roles

• Strong internal delivery team including design, procurement and construction support

• On-going development, training and career opportunities

• Supportive environment with a focus on quality, delivery, and practical outcomes

• Tools of the trade including mobile phone, laptop and fully maintained company utility vehicle

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program