Location: Canberra, ACT Employment Type: Full-Time - Construction Electrician Salary: Approx. $54.21 per hour (EBA rates, dependent on experience) Travel Allowance Overtime On-Call Rates Travel: Some regional travel required (e.g., Nowra, Wollongong) Vehicle: No company vehicle provided About the Role We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced A-Grade Electrician to join our team in Canberra. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a well-established and supportive environment that offers EBA rates, consistent work, and opportunities to expand your experience—particularly in industrial systems such as PLCs and lift systems. While prior experience in the elevator or lift industry is highly valued, it is not essential . What matters most is a strong work ethic, a great attitude, and solid experience working with PLC systems in commercial electrical settings. Key Responsibilities Carry out electrical installations, maintenance, and fault-finding on commercial sites Work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other industrial control systems Participate in on-call and weekend rosters as required Complete work in accordance with Australian electrical standards and company safety procedures Travel occasionally to regional job sites (e.g., Nowra, Wollongong) Collaborate with team members and other tradespeople to ensure timely project delivery Requirements A-Grade Electrical Licence (mandatory) Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in commercial electrical work Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial automation Previous lift industry experience is a plus but not required Strong commitment to safety and quality standards Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented attitude Ability to travel for work and adapt to varying site environments What We Offer Competitive EBA hourly rate – Starting at approx. $54.21/hour (rate may vary based on experience) Daily travel allowance – $38/day Overtime, weekend, and on-call rates available Stable, full-time employment with long-term project opportunities Supportive team culture and structured onboarding process Recruitment Process Initial Interview with Hiring Manager (Michael – based in Hume, ACT) Reference Checks – Two professional references required Pre-employment Medical Assessment Submission of Pre-offer Documents via Workday system Verification of 100 Points of ID and A-Grade Electrical Licence Please note that the full recruitment process takes approximately 3 to 4 weeks from the initial interview to final offer.
