Looking for a role where your expertise in electrical infrastructure will be valued and your ideas make an impact? Roads ACT is seeking a motivated and a skilled Technical Officer to join our Streetlight division within the Environment and Utilities business unit. The position supports the ongoing operation of the streetlight network and contributes to the effective delivery of street lighting projects and maintenance programs through the development and review of technical specifications, project documentation and asset management processes. The successful applicant will participate in the planning, coordination, and delivery of street lighting infrastructure and services across the Roads ACT network. In this role, the individual will be responsible for technical assessments including, asset audits and inspections, stakeholder engagement, contract administration and support the development of innovative lighting solutions. The position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with relevant standards, codes, and environmental guidelines by maintaining the safety, reliability and long-term sustainability of the ACT’s public lighting infrastructure. We are looking for a qualified professional with experience and certification in the electrical field with a current electrical licence. Strong problem-solving skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment are essential. If you’re passionate about improving safety and ensuring the efficient operation of urban infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Driver’s licence (HR or MR) – mandatory Technical qualifications including current electrical licence certification III in Electrotechnology Electrician – mandatory /Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead -highly desirable. Have significant building or infrastructure knowledge and/or project management experience or technical qualification or accreditations with a professional body recognised within Australia. Workplace Health and Safety Induction (White Card) or willingness to obtain; General Construction Induction Card ( White Card) A preparedness to wear high visibility workwear, and steel capped boots and appropriate PPE. Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite programs is highly desirable. Implement traffic control plans- desirable or an ability to gain within three months of engagement. This position does require a pre-employment medical. Notes: This is a temporary position available from 25 November 2025 for a period of 12 months with the possibility of permanency. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to Apply: A supporting statement of no more than two pages outlining experience and/or ability and clearly addressing each of the requirements listed in Selection Criteria section in the attached Position Description. A current curriculum vitae including names of two referees. Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. City and Environment City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate. Note This is a temporary position available from 25 November 2025 for a period of 12 months with the possibility of permanency.
