• Job Description

  Req#: 85006

  • Specialist role for an experienced HV Tester – Electrician or Engineer
  • New career challenge, long-term prospects and growth opportunities
  • Melbourne base - rewarding salary package + bonus + tool of trade vehicle

  About Us
  
  

  Schneider’s purpose is to create impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider we call this Life Is On. Our Mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency. Our products and services support everything from smart energy and building management to industrial automation and EV charging.
  
  In 2025 we were named in Australia’s top 101 workplaces for women by WORK180 and we were also recognised as the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025 by Corporate Knights. We are a truly global organisation, with Group Revenue of €38 billion in 2024 and 30,000+ employees spread across 100+ countries.

  Our Services team provides 24/7 servicing for: hospitals, utilities, data centres and just about everything in-between. This exciting career opportunity will see you focused on Power Systems as you utilise your valuable trade background and technical capabilities install, maintenance, repair and upgrades.
  
  The Opportunity

  We are currently seeking experienced High Voltage Tester to be based in Melbourne where you will play a specialist hands-on role with our expanding Power Systems team as you support of a diverse range of expanding Customer assets. Our Power Systems team focuses on; Switchgear, Circuit Breakers and a variety of assets across LV / MV / HV across growing markets that are calling for our expertise.

  No two days are the same and this is a truly unique career opportunity. We enable owners, end users and custodians to minimise breakdowns, increase reliability, efficiency and safety while reducing costs and simplifying operations. Minimising downtime and maximising reliability, you will enjoy high-quality training, the support of your team, engaged management as well as ongoing development that supports your career ambitions as we harness technology to make an Impact.

  This exciting new career opportunity will see you:

  • Playing a hands-on role to carry out specialist HV Testing and other field service tasks across the Victorian region and nearby locations
  • Collaborating with other technical team members in the efficient coordination and execution of complex; installations, preventative maintenance, repairs and other ad-hoc tasks
  • Commissioning, site testing, system / firmware upgrades and ad-hoc troubleshooting
  • Providing technical support and specialist advice to Customers, especially in relation to HV assets
  • Role model HS&E requirements and adhere to other internal processes
  • Documenting service activities, maintenance reports, repair logs and inventory management
  • Identifying new opportunities to expand service offerings that focus on Customer requirements

  Our ideal candidate will possess:

  • A Grade (Unrestricted) Electrical License and / or relevant Engineering Degree
  • Proven experience in HV Testing and protection relays
  • Current Drivers License (we supply a Tool of Trade Vehicle!)
  • Previous experience in a similar Field Service, Electrical or Engineering position
  • Proven technical aptitude and a digital mindset that is curious about new technologies
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills and a natural problem-solver / trouble-shooter
  • Demonstrated commitment to all things HS&E and confident in identifying risks

  All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for Interview.

  Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

  
  Benefits of Joining Schneider Electric
  
  

  We offer all our employees a chance to build your career within our global organisation. With our game changing ‘Open Talent Market’ you have the opportunity to; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills. The opportunities are at your fingertips.

  You will be joining a truly global organisation that includes;

  • 100's of Electricians, Apprentices and other technical professionals across Australia
  • Electricians that work across LV, MV and HV and in multiple specialisations
  • Best-In-Class continuous technical training and innovation
  • Long-Term Career Pathways - locally and world-wide
  • 2300+ Employees in Australia and a Global Network of 6000+ Electrical peers
    

  Apply Now! We’re a great place to work but we are continually striving to be the best place to work, join us and see how.

  Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

  When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

  IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

  We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

  Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

  €36 billion global revenue
  +13% organic growth
  150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
  #1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

  You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

  Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

  At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here
  
  Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

  
  

  Our ideal candidate will possess:

  • A Grade (Unrestricted) Electrical License and / or relevant Engineering Degree
  • Proven experience in HV Testing and protection relays
  • Current Drivers License (we supply a Tool of Trade Vehicle!)
  • Previous experience in a similar Field Service, Electrical or Engineering position
  • Proven technical aptitude and a digital mindset that is curious about new technologies
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills and a natural problem-solver / trouble-shooter
  • Demonstrated commitment to all things HS&E and confident in identifying risks

  All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for Interview.

  Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

  
  Benefits of Joining Schneider Electric
  
  

  We offer all our employees a chance to build your career within our global organisation. With our game changing ‘Open Talent Market’ you have the opportunity to; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills. The opportunities are at your fingertips.

  You will be joining a truly global organisation that includes;

  • 100's of Electricians, Apprentices and other technical professionals across Australia
  • Electricians that work across LV, MV and HV and in multiple specialisations
  • Best-In-Class continuous technical training and innovation
  • Long-Term Career Pathways - locally and world-wide
  • 2300+ Employees in Australia and a Global Network of 6000+ Electrical peers
    

  Apply Now! We’re a great place to work but we are continually striving to be the best place to work, join us and see how.

  
  

  • Specialist role for an experienced HV Tester – Electrician or Engineer
  • New career challenge, long-term prospects and growth opportunities
  • Melbourne base - rewarding salary package + bonus + tool of trade vehicle

  About Us
  
  

  Schneider’s purpose is to create impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider we call this Life Is On. Our Mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency. Our products and services support everything from smart energy and building management to industrial automation and EV charging.
  
  In 2025 we were named in Australia’s top 101 workplaces for women by WORK180 and we were also recognised as the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025 by Corporate Knights. We are a truly global organisation, with Group Revenue of €38 billion in 2024 and 30,000+ employees spread across 100+ countries.

  Our Services team provides 24/7 servicing for: hospitals, utilities, data centres and just about everything in-between. This exciting career opportunity will see you focused on Power Systems as you utilise your valuable trade background and technical capabilities install, maintenance, repair and upgrades.
  
  The Opportunity

  We are currently seeking experienced High Voltage Tester to be based in Melbourne where you will play a specialist hands-on role with our expanding Power Systems team as you support of a diverse range of expanding Customer assets. Our Power Systems team focuses on; Switchgear, Circuit Breakers and a variety of assets across LV / MV / HV across growing markets that are calling for our expertise.

  No two days are the same and this is a truly unique career opportunity. We enable owners, end users and custodians to minimise breakdowns, increase reliability, efficiency and safety while reducing costs and simplifying operations. Minimising downtime and maximising reliability, you will enjoy high-quality training, the support of your team, engaged management as well as ongoing development that supports your career ambitions as we harness technology to make an Impact.

  This exciting new career opportunity will see you:

  • Playing a hands-on role to carry out specialist HV Testing and other field service tasks across the Victorian region and nearby locations
  • Collaborating with other technical team members in the efficient coordination and execution of complex; installations, preventative maintenance, repairs and other ad-hoc tasks
  • Commissioning, site testing, system / firmware upgrades and ad-hoc troubleshooting
  • Providing technical support and specialist advice to Customers, especially in relation to HV assets
  • Role model HS&E requirements and adhere to other internal processes
  • Documenting service activities, maintenance reports, repair logs and inventory management
  • Identifying new opportunities to expand service offerings that focus on Customer requirements

• About the company

  Schneider Electric SE is a French multinational company providing energy and automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability. It addresses homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure and industries, by combining energy technologies, real-time automation, software and services.

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