Power Station Maintainer/Operator (I&E)

Join ATCO and power a better future – in one of WA’s most vibrant regional hubs. ATCO is a global leader in energy and infrastructure, with over 75-year history of delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions. In Australia, we’re headquartered in Perth and operate Western Australia’s largest gas distribution network, as well as progressive power generation stations in Adelaide and Karratha. About the Role We’re seeking an experienced Power Station Maintainer/Operator (I&E) to join our close-knit team at the Karratha Power Station. This is a residential role - ideal for someone already living in Karratha or ready to relocate to a thriving coastal town known for its strong community and adventurous lifestyle. You’ll be hands on with our General Electric LM6000 gas turbines contributing to operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and project work. It’s a role that offers variety, challenge and the chance to make a real impact. Why Karratha? Karratha offers a unique and rewarding lifestyle, combining natural beauty with a strong sense of community. Set against stunning landscapes, the region is perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors - from boating and camping around the picturesque Dampier Archipelago, to fishing, hiking, or relaxing by the inland river systems. Karratha has an active community with a with a wide range of sport, recreation and fitness options, making it an ideal place for individuals and families seeking a balanced and engaging lifestyle. Karratha is a place where work-life balance truly exists.  What You’ll Be Doing Operating and maintaining plant systems for safe and reliable performance Investigating faults, recommending solutions, and driving continuous improvement Responding to plant upsets and troubleshooting issues Participating in planned and unplanned maintenance, shutdowns and upgrades Develop and manage work permits, isolation schemes and standard operating procedures (SOP) to keep everything running smoothly. Supporting station projects and improvement initiatives Participate in a 1 in 4 weeks, on call roster  What You’ll Bring Electrical License (High Voltage training and experience preferred) Instrumentation qualification (experience preferred) EEHA certification (preferred) Supervised gas fitting licence (preferred)  5–10 years’ experience in power generation or similar heavy industry Leadership experience in operational or maintenance teams Strong safety mindset and technical capability Team-oriented, flexible and eager to learn What We Offer Relocation costs Competitive remote area allowance  Working a 10hr, weekday roster, including 2 RDOs within the fortnight.  (Can be scheduled to a create 4 day weekend) Competitive salary and benefits Additional purchased leave options Journey insurance Salary sacrifice Employee Share Purchase Plan Bursary and service recognition programs A supportive, inclusive and diverse workplace We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from all individuals. ATCO fosters an inclusive workplace culture where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.    AUD Karratha 6714

Power Station Maintainer/Operator (I&E)

Join ATCO and power a better future – in one of WA’s most vibrant regional hubs. 

ATCO is a global leader in energy and infrastructure, with over 75-year history of delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions. In Australia, we’re headquartered in Perth and operate Western Australia’s largest gas distribution network, as well as progressive power generation stations in Adelaide and Karratha. 

About the Role 

We’re seeking an experienced Power Station Maintainer/Operator (I&E) to join our close-knit team at the Karratha Power Station. This is a residential role - ideal for someone already living in Karratha or ready to relocate to a thriving coastal town known for its strong community and adventurous lifestyle. 

You’ll be hands on with our General Electric LM6000 gas turbines contributing to operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and project work. It’s a role that offers variety, challenge and the chance to make a real impact. 

Why Karratha? Karratha offers a unique and rewarding lifestyle, combining natural beauty with a strong sense of community. Set against stunning landscapes, the region is perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors - from boating and camping around the picturesque Dampier Archipelago, to fishing, hiking, or relaxing by the inland river systems. 

Karratha has an active community with a with a wide range of sport, recreation and fitness options, making it an ideal place for individuals and families seeking a balanced and engaging lifestyle. 

Karratha is a place where work-life balance truly exists. 

 
What You’ll Be Doing 

  • Operating and maintaining plant systems for safe and reliable performance 

  • Investigating faults, recommending solutions, and driving continuous improvement 

  • Responding to plant upsets and troubleshooting issues 

  • Participating in planned and unplanned maintenance, shutdowns and upgrades 

  • Develop and manage work permits, isolation schemes and standard operating procedures (SOP) to keep everything running smoothly. 

  • Supporting station projects and improvement initiatives 

  • Participate in a 1 in 4 weeks, on call roster  

What You’ll Bring 

  • Electrical License (High Voltage training and experience preferred) 

  • Instrumentation qualification (experience preferred) 

  • EEHA certification (preferred) 

  • Supervised gas fitting licence (preferred)  

  • 5–10 years’ experience in power generation or similar heavy industry 

  • Leadership experience in operational or maintenance teams 

  • Strong safety mindset and technical capability 

  • Team-oriented, flexible and eager to learn 

What We Offer 

  • Relocation costs 

  • Competitive remote area allowance  

  • Working a 10hr, weekday roster, including 2 RDOs within the fortnight.  
    (Can be scheduled to a create 4 day weekend) 

  • Competitive salary and benefits 

  • Additional purchased leave options 

  • Journey insurance 

  • Salary sacrifice 

  • Employee Share Purchase Plan 

  • Bursary and service recognition programs 

  • A supportive, inclusive and diverse workplace 

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from all individuals. ATCO fosters an inclusive workplace culture where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.