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Western Power

4.0
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Western Power Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Energy & Utilities

Western Power is a WA State Government owned corporation that builds, maintains and operates the electricity network in the southwest corner of Western Australia. Our vast transmission and distribution network connects Western Australians to a wide range of both traditional and renewable energy sources to power a vibrant modern lifestyle.

Although we have been delivering energy safely, reliably and efficiently for more than 70 years, our focus is always firmly on the future.

Our vision is to deliver on the changing energy needs of Western Australians, powered by community trust and the passion of our people. It is an exciting time to be in the electricity industry – a time of great change, innovation and opportunity.

At Western Power, our health, safety and well-being are our priority. Our values – Safe and Caring, Results Focused, Acting with Integrity, Working Together and Always Improving – encapsulate all that is good about our company. We’re innovative and collaborative with a firm focus on safety and our customers.

With over 3,200 employees, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace of the future.  We know that unique perspectives, ideas and contributions only strengthen our workforce and are recognised and valued.

If you’re completing a qualification in Electrical Engineering, Science (including Data Science), Technology (Computer Science), IT and Mathematics (applied mathematics and statistics), Finance or Accounting or Business Information and Logistics, then our program offers a great opportunity to pursue your chosen career.

Recruitment Process

Our graduate opportunities open in mid-March and are advertised for a month with commencement in either July of that year or February the following year. Below is a high-level overview of the recruitment process: 

  • Submit online application
  • You may be requested to provide a short two-minute video responding to a couple of questions.
  • Face to face interview
  • Reference checks
  • Offer of Employment
  • You will be required to undergo a medical and also provide a current police clearance (no more than 6 months old)

We ask that all candidates include any work experience (not necessarily industry related), their Course weighted average, any awards or recognition received, any volunteer work and any extracurricular activities in their resume.

We encourage applications supporting our key priority communities – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women and people with disability.  For people with disability, we are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment enabling full participation in all aspects of employment wherever possible by offering reasonable adjustments.

Residency requirements

  • Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents only (including New Zealand Citizens) or those with a  valid working visa
  • If you are in possession of a current Graduate/Student visa valid for up to three years and your course of study is on the Graduate Occupation list as per the below link, you are able to apply for our graduate program:

https://migration.wa.gov.au/services/skilled-migration-western-australia/occupation%20lists

Remuneration & Career Growth

Why Western Power

As a Western Power graduate, you will have access to: -

  • You will enjoy a competitive salary, circa $78,000 - $80,000 with ongoing opportunities for pay progression over the duration of the program
  • Salary packaging – including the option to purchase additional leave.
  • Reward and Recognition Program – Livewires is our award-winning employee recognition and reward program and My Benefits is a program which includes exclusive offers on hundreds of products and services from leading brands including health insurance, gym memberships, travel, home living etc.
  • Social Club – Members of the Energy West Social Club can hire holiday homes located in prime locations throughout Western Australia at heavily discounted rates, and also offers discounts at Adventure World, the Perth Zoo and other venues.
  • Learning and Development – At Western Power you will have access to scheduled learning and development programs for graduates as well as training through our registered training organisation, Power Training Services.   We conduct monthly Lunch and Learn sessions for all graduates as well as access to our mentoring program.
  • Option to work a nine-day fortnight at the discretion of your manager.
  • Two additional Wellness days in addition to your annual leave, per annum.

Graduate Program

  • Acquire a broad understanding of Western Power’s operations/engineering through rotational exposure across our business.
  • Two-year program (4 x 6 monthly rotations).
  • Permanent appointment upon completion.
  • Throughout your rotations, you will also attain competencies and experience that will position you for rapid advancement as a Business/Engineering professional

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.0
Overall score based on 11 reviews
They Score Best in…
8.6
Corporate Social Responsibility
9.1
Diversity
8.3
Satisfaction
8.4
Work Hours
8.6
Corporate Social Responsibility
9.1
Diversity
8.3
Satisfaction
8.4
Work Hours
What Graduates Say About Them
  • Exposure to technological changes occurring in the power industry and having the opportunity to work with them.
  • Work life balance and graduate community
  • Exposure to a very broad range of engineering areas, providing insight to the company as a whole.
  • Some resistance to change. Being a government department there is some bureaucracy to deal with. Being a very safe place to work a lot of the hands-on jobs which could yield great learning experiences are outsourced to contractors.
  • Some rotations are not very technical
  • Took some time to get involved with projects/work

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Perth & South west WA
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
B
Business & Management
E
Engineering & Mathematics
I
IT & Computer Science
S
Sciences
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job

Perth
Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?
Applications Close
15 Apr 2024
Start Date
3 Aug 2024 - 30 Jan 2025
Salary
AUD 78,632 / Year

+11% superannuation

Graduate Job

Perth
Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?
Applications Close
15 Apr 2024
Start Date
30 Aug 2024 - 30 Jan 2025
Salary
AUD 80,786 / Year

+11% superannuation


Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories
Our designed telecommunication networks ensure uninterrupted communication between our field equipment and the Network Control Centre, fostering reliable electricity supply and rapid response to any arising issues.

Shuoyu (Peter) Yin

  • Graduate stories
Our designed telecommunication networks ensure uninterrupted communication between our field equipment and the Network Control Centre, fostering reliable electricity supply and rapid response to any arising issues.

Shuoyu (Peter) Yin

  • Graduate stories
The coolest thing about my job is putting your theoretical skills into practice. Even as a graduate, I have the opportunity to work on significant projects which are in some way connected to different disciplines.

Yash Mehta

  • Graduate stories
The coolest thing about my job is putting your theoretical skills into practice. Even as a graduate, I have the opportunity to work on significant projects which are in some way connected to different disciplines.

Yash Mehta

  • Graduate stories
Our designed telecommunication networks ensure uninterrupted communication between our field equipment and the Network Control Centre, fostering reliable electricity supply and rapid response to any arising issues.

Shuoyu (Peter) Yin

  • Graduate stories
Our designed telecommunication networks ensure uninterrupted communication between our field equipment and the Network Control Centre, fostering reliable electricity supply and rapid response to any arising issues.

Shuoyu (Peter) Yin

  • Graduate stories
The coolest thing about my job is putting your theoretical skills into practice. Even as a graduate, I have the opportunity to work on significant projects which are in some way connected to different disciplines.

Yash Mehta

  • Graduate stories
The coolest thing about my job is putting your theoretical skills into practice. Even as a graduate, I have the opportunity to work on significant projects which are in some way connected to different disciplines.

Yash Mehta


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Rhys Cockrell

  • Day in the life

Rhys Cockrell

  • Day in the life

Peter Yin

I have a couple of meetings with Area Managers to review all risks in the Network Risk Register recorded within their Area and work through any required updates. It’s also a good time to have their feedback on the system for future improvements.
  • Day in the life

Peter Yin

I have a couple of meetings with Area Managers to review all risks in the Network Risk Register recorded within their Area and work through any required updates. It’s also a good time to have their feedback on the system for future improvements.
  • Day in the life

Rhys Cockrell

  • Day in the life

Rhys Cockrell

  • Day in the life

Peter Yin

I have a couple of meetings with Area Managers to review all risks in the Network Risk Register recorded within their Area and work through any required updates. It’s also a good time to have their feedback on the system for future improvements.
  • Day in the life

Peter Yin

I have a couple of meetings with Area Managers to review all risks in the Network Risk Register recorded within their Area and work through any required updates. It’s also a good time to have their feedback on the system for future improvements.

Videos


Celebrating Women in Engineering Day

A day celebrating the work and achievements of women Engineers.

Stand alone power systems - Powering our lives

Introducing the stand-alone power system. Using solar and battery technology to power WA and keep us moving forward.

Celebrating Women in Engineering Day

A day celebrating the work and achievements of women Engineers.

Stand alone power systems - Powering our lives

Introducing the stand-alone power system. Using solar and battery technology to power WA and keep us moving forward.

Advice


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