Trainee Maintenance Technician - Plant Access

About Snowy:

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the mighty Snowy Mountains Scheme, gas and diesel plants, and contracted wind and solar energy. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy. 

Snowy 2.0 is Australia’s largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

About the position:

We are looking for a Trainee Maintenance Technician - Plant Access to join our Maintenance team based in the Murray Region. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, this critical role will see you applying your strong plant knowledge to safely deliver the required availability and reliability of our plant. You will respond to plant alarms, identify and resolve plant defects and perform routine maintenance on plant and equipment. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing and carrying out isolation and restoration programs for the safe access to the plant and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

In this Trainee role you will be required to gain competency in, and then carry out, a range of Plant Access, Operation and Maintenance tasks, including the following:

• Isolate & restore Plant and Equipment as required

• Review Isolation/Restoration plans for the adequate addressing of identified risks and assist others with the development of these plans as necessary. 

• Operate generators, pumps, hydraulic assets and auxiliary equipment and systems within competencies and authorisation.

• Respond to and resolve plant alarms, indications and defects to ensure the availability and reliability of plant is maintained. 

• Complete return to service tests at system and sub-system level in accordance with procedures and competencies. 

• Complete a variety of maintenance activities as per the provided work packages. Ensure job procedure data and work order history is recorded and updated within the maintenance management system.

• Accountable for electrical installation and repair work, including verification and sign-off of electrical work according to regulatory standards and internal requirements

About the location:

Khancoban is home to a community of around 300 residents and offers more than a location - it’s a hidden gem for anyone looking for a great work life balance and lifestyle, blending career opportunities with stunning natural beauty and access to affordable housing. With the Victorian towns of Corryong and Albury-Wodonga within easy reach it could just be NSW’s best kept secret! Beyond your rewarding career, living in the area will provide you with plenty of opportunity to explore one of Australia’s best National Parks:

🎣 Water Activities: The Khancoban Pondage is an aquatic hub, perfect for fishing (renowned for trout), water-skiing, swimming, SUP’ing and kayaking.

🏂 Alpine Exploration: Easy access to the stunning Kosciuszko National Park with its mountain views, access to ski resorts, hiking and camping, mountain biking, 4WD and horse riding trails. 

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience in plant reliability with an electrical or mechanical trade within the heavy industry sector

• Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance program requirements, analysis techniques and maintenance management practices

• Strong ability to communicate with a range of personnel and customers

• Knowledge of WH&S, EEO and environmental policies and standards

• Sound computer skills involving spreadsheets and statistical analysis

• Availability to participate in an on call roster 

• HV switching authorisation

Applications close 21 June 2026

About our workforce:

Diversity and inclusion is important to us.

Our culture is underpinned by Our Values of Safety, Teamwork, Ownership, Agility, Decency and Courage. They guide everything we do and define who we are.

Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at recruitment@snowyhydro.com.au