Western Power Graduate Stories

I design how a customer can connect to the grid and for example if that customer’s dream was to always open their own bakery, I can help to achieve that person’s dream.

Western Power is a utility company at the end of the day, and there are many opportunities to make a career here working in non-engineering disciplines as well. Experience and passion count for a lot.

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.

I get provided with training in a range of disciplines within different safety areas. 

I especially enjoy being able to work or test on assets that work 24/7 to power the lives of our community.

The best thing about being a graduate at Western Power is that you are training and learning.

I can lead my projects and tackle them in my own way, and I always have guidance and support from my team members. The flexible start and finish times and the supportive team environment are also other perks of working with Western Power.

I love the industry my job is involved with. Getting electricity from the generators to all consumers whether in the central business district, or 400km south in Albany, Western Power is there to keep the lights on for everyone, all the time.

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.

I am mainly involved in the short-medium term designs at our zone substations.

Don’t be afraid to fail! Some of the most successful people in history got to where they are now by experiencing and learning from their failures.

Western Power is both a supportive and flexible work environment, with knowledgeable people who are willing to grow and mentor you.