Electrician - Technical Officer

Airservices Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Airservices Australia in Melbourne is seeking an Electrical Technical Officer to maintain and support critical Air Traffic Control and related systems. Based at Melbourne Airport, travel across Australia may be required.

You will join a high-performing team ensuring operational safety and integrity of Australia's national airspace while providing reliable electrical services. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, data entry into maintenance systems, and contributing to safety,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience undertaking maintenance, fault finding and installation activities on electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Experience working with power systems, UPS systems, generators, air conditioning systems, DC power systems or similar critical infrastructure.
• A demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, organise and perform activities with limited guidance to achieve effective outcomes.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant policies, procedures, technical standards and legislation.
• A strong commitment to safety, teamwork and customer service excellence.
• The possession of relevant licensing as specified by legislative and/or Airservices requirements.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking preventive and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with prescribed processes, procedures and standards
• Maintaining an awareness and understanding of the impact that work undertaken can have on Airservices systems
• Supporting the operational safety and integrity of critical aviation systems and associated infrastructure
• Maintaining effective working relationships with Airservices staff to ensure coordinated service delivery outcomes
• Providing timely and accurate data entry into maintenance management systems
• Supporting the coaching and development of team members within the workgroup
• Participating in enterprise governance activities including safety, environmental, work health and safety, risk and compliance requirements
• Promoting workplace safety and contributing to a safe working environment at all times
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in service delivery and work practices

Skills

Maintenance experience

Fault finding

Installation activities

Planning & prioritisation

Safety awareness

Education

Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician

Current CPR/LVR certification

Current Australian Driver's Licence

Construction Industry White Card

Restricted Electrical Licence and ACMA Data Cabling Licence (desirable)

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a motivated, qualified and experienced Electrical Technical Officer to join our team and help maintain and support critical Air Traffic Control and Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting systems. Based at Melbourne Airport, this role will involve some travel throughout Australia and offers an attractive salary, flexibility and excellent employee benefits. The Organisation Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of aviation rescue firefighting services at Australia’s busiest airports. Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations. This team keep Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground. We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism. Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

The Role & The Team

In this role you will be part of a high-performing team responsible for carrying out maintenance and support activities on critical aviation infrastructure, ensuring the operational safety and integrity of Australia's national airways system. As a member of this team you would be responsible for:

• Undertaking preventive and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with prescribed processes, procedures and standards
• Maintaining an awareness and understanding of the impact that work undertaken can have on Airservices systems
• Supporting the operational safety and integrity of critical aviation systems and associated infrastructure
• Maintaining effective working relationships with Airservices staff to ensure coordinated service delivery outcomes
• Providing timely and accurate data entry into maintenance management systems
• Supporting the coaching and development of team members within the workgroup
• Participating in enterprise governance activities including safety, environmental, work health and safety, risk and compliance requirements
• Promoting workplace safety and contributing to a safe working environment at all times
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in service delivery and work practices

Please see the link below to view the full Position Description: Technician Band 2_3 (2).docx

The Person

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated experience undertaking maintenance, fault finding and installation activities on electrical systems and infrastructure;
• Experience working with power systems, UPS systems, generators, air conditioning systems, DC power systems or similar critical infrastructure;
• A demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, organise and perform activities with limited guidance to achieve effective outcomes;
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant policies, procedures, technical standards and legislation;
• A strong commitment to safety, teamwork and customer service excellence;
• The possession of relevant licensing as specified by legislative and/or Airservices requirements.

The following qualifications are essential to be considered for this role:

• Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence (mandatory);
• Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician;
• Current CPR/LVR certification;
• Current Australian Driver's Licence;
• Construction Industry White Card;
• Restricted Electrical Licence and ACMA Data Cabling Licence are desirable.

Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian citizen as an Australian AGSVA security clearance is required for this role. Please refer to the security check requirements successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process. This role performs Safety Sensitive Aviation Activities and as such is subjected to our Drug and Alcohol Management Procedure (DAMP). Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Should you require any further information please contact Kevin Maher – Talent Acquisition Specialist at [e-mail]