Electrical Linesperson Apprentice

UGL Big projects. Big careers. 

UGL’s Utilities Operations & Maintenance business is a trusted provider of services to owners of assets across power, water, and gas sectors. Building on our strong reputation and long-standing contracts in power distribution, transmission, and water operations and maintenance, we are poised for significant growth.

At the heart of UGL's Utilities Operations & Maintenance business are the experienced professionals. These individuals bring their invaluable expertise, firsthand knowledge, and passion for delivery to drive UGL's commitment to excellence and innovation in the utilities sector.

Join our skilled team in Western Australia delving maintenance and construction services within the energy sector.

The Opportunity

Are you ready to kickstart your career in the electrical distribution industry? We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Electrical Linesperson Apprentices. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside our highly skilled and qualified team members who will provide leadership, development and ongoing support throughout your journey.

A dynamic culture, with a focus on learning and development, fostered by our ONE HSE Culture, at UGL you will be surrounded by a team with a collective ambition to ensure you achieve your desired career outcomes.

This truly is a unique opportunity for candidates looking to secure their future with a Certificate III in ESI - Power Systems - Distribution Overhead qualification.

Key responsibilities include

• General labouring work as required (i.e. load/unload trucks, digging trenches).


• Dressing poles/cross arms, insulators, pole steps etc.


• Support for Crew Leaders and crews as instructed.


• Read and interpret electrical diagrams and drawings.


• Climbing poles and working on EWP’s.


• Fault find on low voltage and high voltage networks.


• Work under direction of Lineworkers and Senior Lineworkers to ensure practical knowledge is gained.


• Work at heights on overhead wiring, under the general intermittent supervision of an authorised Lineworker.

Requirements to be successful

·        A keen interest in the electrical distribution industry.

·        Willingness to travel and work in different locations.

·        Commitment to learning and professional growth.

·        Ability to effectively work as part of a team.

·        Completed year 12 or equivalent.

·        Class C drivers licence.

·        Construction industry white card.

·        Capable of obtaining High Risk Work Licences (Elevating Work Platform, Dogging and/or Rigging) as well as HR or MR licence.

What makes you right for UGL

• Genuine concern for safety.


• Capacity to flourish in a high-performance environment.


• An innovative mindset and a willingness to challenge the norm.


• A belief that success and value are driven by teams where everyone has a role to play.

About us

UGL Pty Limited is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services. We are active across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.

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