JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title Graduate Electrical Engineer

43180027 Science & Engineering
Position Number Designation
Professional - Graduate
Reports To (Position Title) Learning and Development Manager

Northern Territory Government

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Organisational Context
Territory Generation is a Government Owned Corporation that was formed in 2014 as part of the Northern Territory
Government's reforms to the electricity market. We are a Northern Territory Government entity that produces
more than 2000GWh of electricity a year using gas, diesel and solar technologies to power Territory towns and
cities. Our vision is to safely, reliably and efficiently generate electricity to meet the needs of our customers and
to sustainably contribute to the lifestyle and development of the Northern Territory.

Our actions, words and behaviours are guided by a core set of Values that form the foundation of everything we
do. Our Values are Focus, Integrity, Respect, Safety, Teamwork. “FIRST”

Employee Responsibilities
You work as part of a team to safely and efficiently meet your agreed objectives which contribute to the shared
vision for Territory Generation. You actively demonstrate the organisation’s values and take accountability for
your performance and behaviour. Key responsibilities :
 Demonstrates an awareness of the Vision and objectives of the Corporation.
 Develops individual objectives and, where requested by direct supervisor, adjusts priorities to
the needs of the business.
Focus
 Tracks own performance in line with objectives on a regular basis.
 Actively participates in performance reviews and feedback processes.
 Remain self-disciplined and calm under pressure.
 Demonstrate the organisation’s values.
 Conduct business in line with the values and high ethical standards – considers values in
business interactions;
Integrity
 Ensures compliance with legal, governance and policy requirements;
 Deliver on commitments – where commitments cannot be delivered on, communicates openly
and honestly and sets new timelines for delivery.
 Takes accountability and responsibility for own actions;
 Readily shares knowledge and expertise with others;
Respect
 Actively supports the team and organisational goals;
 Treats change and new situations as opportunities for learning and growth.
 Demonstrates safe working behaviours in order to achieve an incident free and safe workplace;
 Develops personal safety objectives;
Safety
 Challenges unsafe behaviours from team mates;
 Monitors and takes ownership of own safety performance.
 Helps team mates feel valued and included in discussions;
 Places higher priority on team than individual goals;
 Shares important or relevant information with team or other affected stakeholders in a timely
Teamwork
manner;
 Speaks positively of team mates and other employees;
 Focuses on personal growth and addresses development gaps which will help the achievement
of performance goals.

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Role Responsibilities
Contribute to the business of Territory Generation through the practical application of tertiary acquired skills and
knowledge. The Graduate Program incorporates four rotations across business units and provides graduates with a
comprehensive foundation upon which to build a career in the public sector within the utilities industry.

Participants of the 2019 Graduate Program will experience:

 Two rotations over a 24 month program, commencing February 2019,
 An intensive and engaging development program,
 A comprehensive calendar of learning and development
 A mentor and buddy program to help develop new skills and help you align your experience and knowledge
with the Corporation.
Rotations
During your graduate year, you will work in two to three areas across Territory Generation. The rotations structure
allows us to give our graduates a wide range of experiences. By working across business areas, graduates develop
an understanding of the Corporations work in the power generation industry.

Training & career development

Throughout the program you will be provided with the necessary training and development required to be effective
in your role and to provide you with the foundation skills required to launch your career. Through participation in
the program, graduates will gain relevant knowledge and skills in government administration as well as the
expertise required to be an effective technical specialist within the Territory Generation.

Organisational support
In addition to formal training you will also receive individual support from Buddy’s (former Graduates), Mentors and
from the Graduate Coordinator.

Selection Criteria

Essential
1) Carry out duties in accordance with Territory Generation’s safety, environmental and quality policy, safety
principles, corporate values and strategies.
2) Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to interact effectively
with different stakeholders and people of diverse cultures.
3) Well-developed conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to work logically through a process to
identify and resolve technical problems.
4) Commitment to safety and safe working practices.
5) Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands and deliver outcomes.
6) Intermediate to advanced computer literacy across a range of software applications.
7) Currently completing a relevant degree or have graduated within the last 2 years

Desirable 
1) Work experience within the Utilities industry

REVIEW / AUTHORISATION
HR Review: Danielle Eveleigh Date 23/7/2018

General Manager Assets &

Grant Chorvat Date 23/7/2018
Operations:
Pre-Employment medicals are a requirement for all Territory Generation positions

Apply Online: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=148013

Vacancy Closes: 26/08/2018

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