Business and Technology Graduate - Pre-register (Jan 2025)

About Western Power

Western Power delivers on the changing energy needs of Western Australians, powered by community trust and the passion of our people. We respect and take care of each other, our community and the environment. We are focused on serving our customers and are committed to providing a safe working environment for our people. It is an exciting time in the electricity industry, a time of great change, innovation and opportunity which we embrace and welcome. That's why we need talented people with passion and ambition to join us.

At Western Power we are committed to safely and efficiently connecting the community with the energy needed to power their lives.

Conditions:

This is a two year program (4 x 6 monthly rotations) followed by permanent appointment.

About the Role:

As a Western Power graduate, you will acquire a broad understanding of Western Power's operations through rotational exposure across our business, 4 x 6-month rotations. As part of our two-year program, you will develop and apply knowledge about aspects of Western Power's data and advanced analytics systems (potentially including machine learning and artificial intelligence) and how these are applied to solve a wide range of business and engineering problems.

As an IT graduate you will develop and apply knowledge about aspects of Western Power's corporate IT services and how they enable and enhance the organisation's innovation and ongoing modern business needs and in the Cyber security area you will develop and apply knowledge to securing Western Power as a critical infrastructure organisation against an evolving threat landscape and helping to strengthen our risk posture.

What we're looking for

We are seeking candidates studying the following disciplines: -

• Science (including Data Science),
• Technology (Computer Science)
• Mathematics (Applied Mathematics, Statistics)
• IT/Cyber Security

About you:

The successful applicant will be experienced and competent in the following:

• An enthusiastic approach to learning opportunities, including seeking and accepting feedback to enhance your own development and experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and willing to work with a diverse range of people.
• Constructive behaviours in line with Western Power values
• Motivation and commitment to complete the graduate program
• Commitment to safety in the workplace
• Reside in WA and be either an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Ready to apply?

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for then we want to hear from you! To apply for this role please submit a copy of your current resume and covering letter.

As a business, we recognise that a diverse network of employees, reflective of the community we serve, is better able to understand and meet the needs of our customers. As an organisation who champions gender and cultural equality in our workplace, we actively encourage women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Residency Requirements

• Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents only (including New Zealand Citizens)
• 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 on our website, you are able to apply for our graduate program.

How to apply

Interested candidates should apply online and submit an up-to-date resume, Cover Letter and Academic Transcript and Degree qualifications (if awarded). Please be sure to include the following in your resume:

• All qualifications received
• All relevant work experience
• Any extra curricular activities including volunteer work
• Any rewards or recognition received

What's on Offer?

At Western Power, our people are our strength. As an employee at Western Power, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration;
• A safe and sustainable workplace
• Equal opportunity employment;
• Personal development and training opportunities;
• Flexible work arrangements and
• An award-winning employee recognition programme.

Please submit a copy of your current resume and cover letter together with your qualifications and proof of working rights in Australia.