This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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- ICTWHS201 Provide Telecommunications Services Safely on Roofs
- UETDREL005 Work Safely in the Vicinity of Live Electrical Apparatus
- UETDRRF002 Perform EWP Rescue
- UETDRSB001 Perform Substation Switching Operations to a Given Schedule
- UETDRMP004 Perform Elevated Work Platform Controlled Descent Escape
- UETDRTO012 Maintain Energised Transmission Lines Using Live Work Stick Techniques
- UETDRDU017 Locate Faults in Underground Power Cables
- UETDRMP010 Provide First Aid in an ESI Environment
- UETDRMP011 Testing of Connections to Low Voltage Electricity Networks
- MEM13015 Work Safely and Effectively in Manufacturing and Engineering
- UETDRDU016 Lay Power Cables
- UETDRMP012 Working on Energised Low Voltage Overhead Electrical Apparatus
- UETDRIS018 Perform Low Voltage Field Switching Operation to a Given Schedule
- UETDRDO004 Maintain Energised High Voltage Distribution Overhead Electrical Apparatus (Stick)
- UETDRMP006 Perform Pole Top Rescue
- UETDRDU019 Transition Joint High Voltage Paper Insulated Cable to High Voltage Polymeric Cable
- UETDRMP008 Perform Rescue From Switchyard Structures
- UETDRMP009 Perform Tower Rescue
- UETDRVC003 Control Vegetation for Powerline Work
Lineworker careers
Lineworkers are skilled tradespeople responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical power systems, including overhead and underground power lines. Their work involves climbing poles, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of electricity to homes, businesses, and infrastructure.
Lineworkers often respond to emergency outages caused by storms or accidents, working in physically demanding and sometimes hazardous conditions. They must adhere to strict safety protocols and regulations while performing tasks such as connecting new services, inspecting power lines, and replacing damaged components to maintain network integrity.
