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9 October 2025
Women in the field: From Forbes depot to changing electricity industry

Samantha Haynes began her career as the first female powerline worker apprentice at Essential Energy’s Forbes depot.

Today, as Load Control Senior Specialist, she is driving innovation in smart metering and how customers interact with the grid.

Samantha’s journey reflects a shift in the industry: women taking on leadership in operational roles, bringing with them insight and fresh perspectives ...

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