Specialisations

 

Skill Level

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

 

Job Description & Tasks

Designs, develops and supervises the manufacture, installation, operation and maintenance of equipment, machines and systems for the generation, distribution, utilisation and control of electric power.

• plans and designs the manufacture and installation of electric power equipment and facilities
• determines the type and arrangement of circuits, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines and other equipment
• develops products such as electric motors, components, equipment and appliances
• interprets specifications, drawings, standards and regulations relating to electric power equipment and use
• organises and manages resources used in the supply of electrical components, machines, appliances and equipment
• establishes delivery and installation schedules for machines, switchgear, cables and fittings
• supervises the operation and maintenance of power stations, transmission and distribution systems and industrial plants
• may specialise in research in areas such as power generation and transmission systems, transformers, switchgear and electric motors, telemetry and control systems

 

This occupation is included in the following occupation lists;

Skilled Occupations List (SQL)

This occupation is on the Skilled Occupations List and can be applied for under the Skilled Migration Programme.

Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL)

This occupation is included in the Migration Occupations in Demand List. You must have 12 months work experience in this occupation or a closely related occupation to claim the available 15 or 20 MODL points.

Skilled Regional Sponsored (SRS)

This visa allows you to be sponsored by a relative living in a Designated Area or to be nominated by a State or Territory government. To apply for nomination by a State/Territory your occupation must in demand in that particular government.

Please note that many occupations in demand by a State or Territory are required to have a specialisation and not all specialisations are detailed in the lists. You can check for further information through CMS or directly through the State or Territory.

This occupation is in demand in;
Victoria
Tasmania
Western Australia
South Australia
Australian Capital Territory
Northern Territory

Temporary Business Sponsorship (457)

This occupation is on the approved list of occupations for temporary business sponsorship and may be sponsored for a 457 visa.

Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)

This occupation is on the approved list of occupations for the Employer Nomination Scheme and may be nominated by a company under the ENS.