Asset Inspector
Richmond, VIC, AU, 3121
About us
At CitiPower and Powercor, we’re proud to deliver electricity to 1.3 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people. As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand. If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us.
About the role
The Asset Inspector undertakes the inspection and assessment of power poles and associated overhead and underground assets across the CitiPower and Powercor network.
Inspections of infrastructure and assets must be carried out with a high degree of accuracy, as the Asset Inspector is responsible for identifying and categorising faults, defects, asset condition and details, which form a major contribution to the organisation’s work program and asset management system.
We are looking for someone with high attention to detail, who is comfortable delivering results independently. The role requires the incumbent to predominantly travel within Melbourne suburbs, and Regional Victoria (when necessary), as part of the Burnley depot crew.
For more information on the role’s responsibilities, please click here to download the position description.
This position is covered by an Enterprise Agreement. The hourly rate is $60.66 + 13% of super.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect overhead lines, below ground assets and associated systems in accordance with organisational standards.
- Conduct specified preservative treatments and minor maintenance tasks as required
- Ensure all scheduled works are completed within the specified timeframes.
- Identify, verify and update asset details and data within the organisation’s asset management system.
- Report on any identified defects, features that require maintenance, and potential and existing safety and/or environmental hazards.
What you’ll need from day one
- Certificate II in ESI – Asset Inspection & Testing, compliant to the Asset Inspector role based on the VESI Skills and Training Matrix, and be set up in the ESI Worker System.
- Construction industry white card, current first aid training certificate and chemical handling certificate.
- Sound knowledge of asset management inspection principles and techniques.
- Experience and / or qualifications with UAV’s is advantageous.
- Dedication and commitment to working safely.
- Valid Australian drivers licence.
As part of the recruitment process, the preferred candidate will be required to successfully complete reference checks, a criminal history check, a pre‑employment medical assessment, and a driving history check.
Key benefits
We’re proud to offer an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to grow. Some of our benefits include hybrid work options, purchased leave, 15 weeks of gender neutral primary parental leave, health and wellbeing subsidiary, career development and planning opportunities, and exclusive discounts. Visit our company website to learn more.
Diversity, equity & inclusion to support a fair workplace for all
We are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities and ages are valued for who they are and empowered to do their best. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy (DEI), Reconciliation Action Plans and initiatives like Women in Power and Sparkle, our LGBTQIA+ allies network, we’re working to create equal opportunities for all. We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. Explore our partnership with Work180.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and strongly encourage First Peoples, women, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally and racially marginalised people and people with disabilities to apply. We recognise how people from marginalised groups can face extra barriers and self-select out of recruitment processes. With this in mind, we’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
What’s next
Submit your application containing the following documents via our careers’ website by 14 May 2026:
- A copy of your resume.
- Certificate of completion of Cert II in ESI – Asset Inspection & Testing.
- Transcript of results of Cert II in ESI – Asset Inspection & Testing.
To make a confidential reasonable adjustment query, please contact Luke Castro from the Talent team at careers@powercor.com.au
Beon, CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. By making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.
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