Electrical Technician

BGIS; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Competitive wages

Training & development

Uniform & PPE

Referral bonus

Job summary

BGIS Technical Trade Services is seeking a qualified Electrical Technician to deliver planned and reactive maintenance across client sites in Canberra. You’ll perform maintenance on electrical systems including emergency lighting, switchboards, and high-voltage infrastructure, ensuring safety and reliability.

You’ll receive a company vehicle, quality tools, and the support of an experienced team, with training, development opportunities, and clear career progression within BGIS.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology is essential.
• Qualified Supervisor’s Licence is essential.
• White Card (General Construction Induction) required.
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Maintenance and testing of emergency lighting systems.
• Fault finding and rectification of electrical systems and switchboards.
• Completing work orders and documentation accurately and on time.
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Mentoring and developing apprentices.

Skills

Fault finding

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mentoring apprentices

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology

Qualified Supervisor’s Licence

White Card

Driver’s Licence (Australia)

Job description

Electrical Technician

Job Description

We’re seeking a qualified Electrical Technician to deliver planned and reactive maintenance, repairs, and minor works across a diverse portfolio of client sites.

You'll play a key role in ensuring electrical systems and assets operate safely, efficiently, and reliably, while delivering exceptional workmanship and customer service. Working across a range of commercial and industrial environments, you'll perform maintenance on electrical systems including emergency lighting, switchboards, and high-voltage infrastructure.

From day one, you’ll be set up for success with a modern company vehicle, quality tools, and the support of an experienced team.

Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Company: BGIS Technical Trade Services

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent (On Site/Mobile)

The Role

We’re seeking a qualified Electrical Technician to deliver planned and reactive maintenance, repairs, and minor works across a diverse portfolio of client sites. You'll play a key role in ensuring electrical systems and assets operate safely, efficiently, and reliably, while delivering exceptional workmanship and customer service. Working across a range of commercial and industrial environments, you'll perform maintenance on electrical systems including emergency lighting, switchboards, and high-voltage infrastructure.

Why You’ll Love Working With BGIS

• Company vehicle – modern fleet with tolls, fuel & insurance covered
• Strong wages and yearly increases, RDOs, overtime & on-call allowance
• Career growth – paid training (EWP, First Aid, Working at Heights & more), study leave, and clear development support
• Top-Tier Equipment Provided – iPad, phone, uniforms & PPE so you’re job-ready from day one
• Recognition & rewards – spot vouchers and $2,000 referral bonus
• Health, wellbeing & perks – Fitness Passport (giving you and your family access to gyms, pools and fitness facilities nationwide), employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers
• Various employee benefits, including novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave & paid volunteer leave
• Safe systems, supportive team & clear pathways for promotion

What You’ll Be Doing

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance and repairs
• Maintenance and testing of emergency lighting systems
• Fault finding and rectification of electrical systems and switchboards
• Completing work orders and maintenance documentation accurately and on time
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Assisting with the mentoring and development of apprentices
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with relevant standards and compliance requirements
• Participating in an on-call roster as required
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining strong customer relationships

Your Education, Experience & Skills

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology (essential)
• Qualified Supervisor’s Licence (essential)
• White Card (General Construction Induction Card)
• Current Australian Driver's Licence (essential)
• Experience in commercial maintenance, facilities management, or service-based electrical environments
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience mentoring apprentices is highly regarded
• Full working rights in Australia (essential)

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check.

About BGIS

BGIS Technical Trade Services is the hands-on trades and maintenance division of BGIS, delivering planned and reactive maintenance solutions across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, building, and fire services throughout Australia. BGIS helps organisations manage and maintain their buildings and critical infrastructure across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, aviation, retail, government, and commercial environments.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.