Electrical Mechanic

Queensland Government; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered day off

Competitive salary

Overtime allowances

Long service leave

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Queensland Government’s RoadTek division on the Gold Coast is seeking a qualified Electrical Mechanic to install, maintain and repair traffic signals, street lighting, ITS and related electrical infrastructure. You’ll work in a safety‑first, team environment across rosters, including on‑call and after‑hours duties.

You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver projects that improve safety and reliability of roads.

Qualifications

• Electrical Mechanic qualification with a current Electrical Work Licence.
• Current CPR and Low Voltage Rescue competencies.
• White Card (Construction Industry).
• Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence or equivalent.
• Ability to undertake travel and participate in day, night, weekend, public holiday and on-call rosters.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair traffic signals, street lighting, ITS and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Deliver construction and maintenance activities in accordance with departmental standards, specifications and works orders.
• Ensure compliance with electrical, workplace health and safety legislation and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Identify and manage risks while delivering quality outcomes in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Communication skills

Teamwork

Risk assessment

Adaptability

Education

Electrical Mechanic qualification

CPR and Low Voltage Rescue

White Card (Construction Industry)

Driver Licence (C Class)

Job description

As part of a highly experienced team, you'll work on critical electrical assets including traffic signals, street lighting, Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), data networks and associated infrastructure. Every day brings variety, challenge and the satisfaction of delivering work that directly contributes to safer and more reliable roads.What you'll be doing:- Install, maintain and repair traffic signals, street lighting, ITS and associated electrical infrastructure.- Deliver construction and maintenance activities in accordance with departmental standards, specifications and works orders.- Ensure compliance with electrical, workplace health and safety legislation and industry standards.- Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders to support project delivery.- Contribute to a culture of safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.- Identify and manage risks while delivering quality outcomes in a timely and costeffective manner.About you:You are a qualified Electrical Mechanic who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and maintaining a strong commitment to safety. You enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders and are adaptable to changing operational requirements.You will bring:- Knowledge of electrical installation, street lighting, traffic signal and ITS maintenance principles.- Strong problem-solving and risk assessment skills.- A proactive and safety-focused approach.- The ability to work rotating rosters, overtime and on-call arrangements as required.- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to customer service and teamwork.Mandatory requirements:- Electrical Mechanic qualification with a current Electrical Work Licence.- Current CPR and Low Voltage Rescue competencies.- White Card (Construction Industry).- Current Queensland C Class Driver Licence or equivalent.- Ability to undertake travel as required.- Ability to participate in day, night, weekend, public holiday and on-call rosters.- Ability to meet pre-employment medical requirements and participate in a skills assessment process.Why join RoadTek?RoadTek is a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads, delivering transport infrastructure solutions across Queensland. As a multidisciplined organisation accredited to national and international standards, we are committed to safety, innovation, respect, diversity and inclusion.When you join RoadTek, you'll become part of a team that delivers essential infrastructure while enjoying genuine opportunities for professional growth and longterm career development.What we offer:- 76-hour fortnight with a rostered day off.- Competitive salary plus superannuation and leave loading.- Overtime, allowances and penalty rates where applicable.- Long service leave after seven years.- Paid parental and spousal leave.- Competency-based career progression opportunities.- Salary packaging and salary sacrificing options.- Annual wellbeing reimbursements and health initiatives.- Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program services.- Ongoing training, development and upskilling opportunities.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/705522/26Closing Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2026.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.