Electrician

Downer; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare discounts

Retail savings

Car purchase program

Employee support

Job summary

Downer invites applications for a permanent Electrician role at RAAF Base Williamtown, delivering base electrical maintenance and servicing under the Property and Asset Services contract. You will contribute to the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure in a defence setting.

The role requires Certificate III in Electrotechnology, NSW Electrical Licence, and the ability to obtain Defence security clearance; Australian citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Carries out electrical maintenance, repair and inspection tasks per base requirements.
• Ensures safe, compliant operation of electrical systems and equipment.
• Works with other trades to support PAS delivery; adheres to WHS standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and inspect electrical systems across the base.
• Deliver high quality trade services and ensure WHS compliance.
• Communicate clearly on works and outcomes.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology

Electrical Licence (NSW)

Tools

Electrical Testing and Tagging Certificate

White Card

Open Drivers Licence

Job description

Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW/ACT and QLD. This is a significant milestone for our business and our enduring 80+ year relationship with the Australian Defence Force. We're inviting applications to join our permanent workforce at RAAF Base Williamtown as an Electrician. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We're looking for people from all backgrounds - whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for undertaking electrical maintenance, repair and inspection tasks to ensure the safe and compliant operation of electrical systems and equipment across the base.
• Deliver high quality trade services, maintain WHS and environmental compliance, and work collaboratively with other trades and service providers to support PAS delivery
• Provide responsive and professional trade services to internal and external stakeholders
• Focusing on improving the longevity of fixed plant & equipment
• Maintain clear, professional communication regarding works and outcomes

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology
• Electrical Licence (NSW) NSW
• Electrical Testing and Tagging Certificate and White Card (desirable)
• Current Open Drivers Licence
• Post-trade experience in facilities or electrical maintenance and experience in electrical systems inspection, repair and preventative maintenance
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).

Why Downer?

At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

Downer is a sovereign-owned, ASX-listed Australian company and proud recipient of the Estate & Infrastructure Business of the Year (2025) and Prime Contractor of the Year for two consecutive years (2024, 2025). With over 80 years of support to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), our Base and Estate Management team delivers innovative solutions and integrated services to both the ADF and New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).

What It Means to Belong at Downer

We're proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:

• Training and development to support and diversify your career.
• With 30% of vacancies filled internally you'll find real opportunities to advance your career.
• Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
• Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

We're committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with this role, we'd still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here to help you put your best foot forward.