Cable Jointer

Location:     Port Hedland, WA | Travel to local communities
Work Type: Full Time | Permanent Opportunity | Regional Allowances
Live Coastal. Work Local. Power the Pilbara.
If you’re already a Hedland local - or ready for a fresh start in WA’s stunning northwest - this is your chance to join Horizon Power as a Lineworker, helping keep the lights on for one of Australia’s most important and fast growing coastal towns.
Life in Port Hedland
Wake up to golden sunrises over the Indian Ocean, warm coastal breezes, and the unique character of one of WA’s most vibrant communities. Port Hedland offers a lifestyle that blends opportunity, adventure, and connection:

• A thriving coastal town with a strong sense of community
  
• Ocean views, great fishing, boating, and access to the Pilbara’s rugged natural beauty
  
• Local amenities, sporting clubs, and year round outdoor activities
  
• The chance to live local, work local, and build your future in the heart of the Pilbara
  Make your mark in a role that truly powers regional WA - right here in Port Hedland.
  Cable Jointer
  Your work will include construction, maintenance and repair of distribution networks across the Port Hedland area and surrounding remote communities. Fault remediation and restoration – ensuring power is restored quickly and safely. Perform switching operations on high and low voltage systems, fault response and network upgrades.
  You’ll participate in an on-call roster and travel to nearby regional locations to support other depots when required.
  What You'll Bring:
  
• Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems Distribution Cable Jointing
  
• Experience with distribution networks with Paper Insulated Lead Covered & XLPE cables
  
• C-Class Driver's Licence (HR preferred)
  
• EWP, Working at Heights and Dogging/Rigging
  
• Strong Switching experience and solid fault finding skills
  
• Safety first mindset – you’ll bring a calm, methodical approach under pressure
  What's in it for you?
  
• Thinking of relocating? Attractive housing and regional living allowances
  
• Three additional private leave days
  
• Train & Grow – Switching, and Frontline management programs
  
• Go home after work – no FIFO, be part of the community you serve
  Ready to power Port Hedlands future?
  If you love variety, enjoy working with a close knit team, and want a role that truly makes a difference. This is the opportunity for you. Click 'Apply' to get started with your application.
  Applications close: Friday 23rd October 2026
  Please note: We may close advertising early if we find the right candidate – so don’t wait.
  Applicants must have full Australian working rights to be considered for this role.

  Our workplace culture is created through every interaction, every experience and everything we do.
  Across our organisation, we recognise and reward people and offer work that works with you. We're committed to equality and celebrate the diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all characteristics that make our Horizon Power team so special. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are dedicated to ensuring that all candidates have equal opportunity and, if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re here to support you.
  If you want more amazing reasons of why Horizon Power should be your employer of choice, check our careers page to find out more. https://www.horizonpower.com.au/about-us/careers/