Electrician

Scape; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & safety initiatives

Rewards & recognition

Leave & lifestyle benefits

Employee discounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Scape Australia is seeking a hands-on Electrician to support our Melbourne CBD portfolio. You will diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components across student accommodations, ensuring safety and energy efficiency.

You’ll liaise with Facilities Managers and other trades to plan work with minimal resident disruption. The role requires a current Electrical Licence, experience with power distribution and control systems, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Current government-issued Electrical Licence (state/territory varies)
• Experience providing electrical services and using power tools
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory, power distribution and control systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, as-builts and manuals
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work unsupervised
• Effective verbal and written communication across teams
• Additional high-risk, heights, or confined spaces certifications are a plus
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain it and a valid driver’s licence

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and scheduled maintenance of electrical equipment and systems to prevent breakdowns
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults using appropriate testing equipment and replace faulty wiring or components
• Install, test and commission new equipment during capital works or facilities upgrades
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs and wiring diagrams
• Coordinate with Facilities Managers and other trades to minimise resident disruption
• Participate in a 7-day on-call roster for emergency repairs outside normal hours
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and recommend upgrades

Skills

Electrical Licence

Schematics reading

Attention to detail

Communication

First Aid Certificate

Driver's Licence

Safety minded

Tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

50 La Trobe St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

316 La Trobe St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

581 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

WHO WE ARE

At Scape Australia, we do more than provide student accommodation. We create thriving, fun communities where students can live, learn, and grow. With over 20,000 residents across Australia, we combine smart design, brilliant service, and good vibes to make every resident feel welcome. Now part of The Living Company, we’re shaping the future of student living, one amazing experience at a time.

THE ROLE

Joining our Facilities team and working across our Melbourne CBD Scape portfolio, you’ll help keep the best purpose-built student accommodation in Australia running safely and smoothly. Electricians are responsible for the fault diagnosis, repair & replacement of electrical components and systems across our properties, working closely with Facilities Managers to ensure residents enjoy a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained place to live.

Key areas of responsibility for the successful candidate will include:

• Performing routine inspections and scheduled maintenance on electrical equipment and systems (lighting, power distribution, control systems etc.) to prevent unplanned breakdowns
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults using appropriate testing equipment, and repairing or replacing faulty wiring, switches, circuit breakers, general power outlets and light fittings
• Installing, testing and commissioning new equipment or system upgrades during capital works or facility modifications, ensuring all work meets AS/NZS 3000 (Wiring Rules) and relevant state regulations
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records, inspection logs and up-to-date wiring diagrams
• Liaising and coordinating with Facilities Managers and other maintenance trades to schedule work and minimise disruption to residents
• Participating in a 7-day on-call roster, responding promptly to emergency breakdowns and urgent repairs outside normal working hours
• Identifying opportunities to improve energy efficiency and recommending upgrades, repairs or fixture replacements where appropriate

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are seeking a hands-on, safety-conscious tradesperson who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive, fast-paced team.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• A current, government-issued Electrical Licence (specific requirements vary by state/territory)
• Experience providing electrical services, and using and maintaining power tools and equipment
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory, power distribution (single and three-phase) and control systems
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, as-builts and technical manuals
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work unsupervised and follow directions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively across teams
• Additional certifications for high-risk work, working at heights, or confined spaces are advantageous
• A current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain) and valid driver's licence

Please note: The successful candidate must be willing to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT SCAPE

We don’t just create a great place to work, we bring the good vibes every single day. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the perks that come with joining our team:

• Health, wellbeing, and safety initiatives to support you at work and beyond.
• Competitive rewards, recognition, and referral programs.
• Leave and lifestyle benefits to help you recharge and celebrate milestones.
• Access to exclusive employee discounts and partner offers.
• A passionate, inclusive culture focused on connection, growth, and good vibes.

Scape Australia and The Living Company honours and welcomes the rich heritage and contributions of the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to their Elders past, present and future. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.

581 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia,