Industrial Electrician | Water Industry

the Project; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services company in Queensland seeks a qualified Electrician to deliver minor capital works across multiple sites. Responsibilities include electrical installations, upgrades, and commissioning with a strong focus on safety and compliance. Candidates should possess a QLD Electrical licence and relevant trade qualifications. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a work-life balance and access to health initiatives.

Benefits

Tool of Trade Vehicle provided

Access to Ventia Academy for training development

Health and Wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Willing to undergo a medical and police check.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver minor capital works including electrical installations upgrades and asset replacements.
• Interpret electrical drawings to ensure accurate execution.
• Supervise onsite contractors and ensure safe and efficient delivery.

Skills

Electrical Experience

Industrial Electrician Experience

Controlling Experience

Programmable Logic Controllers

Troubleshooting

Education

QLD Electrical licence

Trade qualification as an Electrician

Instrumentation certificate

Job description

Whats on Offer

• $44.54 to $48.12 (base rate) $7.60 (trade allowance) $1.69 (electrical license allowance) $53.83 - $57.41 p / hr super (depends on skills experience and relevant certificates / tickets)
• Full-time 40 hours with 1 x RDO every month
• Tool of Trade Vehicle provided phone and tablet
• We pride our services on delivering service excellence to the communities we live in.
• Gain that genuine work-life balance youve been searching for in your trade
• Access to VenPerks includes offers and discounts to leading brands
• Access to Ventia Academy includes training development and accelerated learning programs
• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP Ventias Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program.

About the Project

Supporting Seqwater Ventia deliver preventative corrective and reactive maintenance and construction works along with electrical mechanical and instrumental services across its water network. Servicing across 35 water treatment plants 95 pump stations and 26 referable dams.

About the Role

Were seeking a qualified Electrician to deliver minor capital works across multiple sites. This hands‑on role involves electrical installations upgrades and commissioning with a focus on safe compliant and high‑quality delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver minor capital works including electrical installations upgrades and asset replacements across diverse environments
• Interpret electrical drawings specifications and work orders to ensure accurate and compliant execution
• Perform installation and commissioning of electrical systems including switchboards motors instrumentation and control panels
• Supervise onsite contractors and coordinate with other trades to ensure safe and efficient delivery
• Travel across designated sites participating in inductions toolbox talks and pre‑start meetings
• Adhere to WHS protocols electrical standards and company policies throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify and report risks delays or faults and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Candidates must be willing to undergo a medical and police check as part of the recruitment process

About You

• Trade qualification as an Electrician
• QLD Electrical licence
• Experience in construction installation and commissioning
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork skills
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel
• Instrumentation certificate highly regarded
• EEHA - Certificate IV in Hazardous Areas Electrical (5-year validity) highly regarded
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - HLTAID001 (1 year validity) highly regarded
• Low Volume Rescue and CPR Training UETDRRF004 & HLTAID009 (1 year validity)
• Provide First Aid - HLTAID003 (3-year validity) highly regarded
• Confined Space Entry - RIIWHS202E MSMPER205MSMPER200 (3-year validity)
• Working at Heights - RIIWHS204E (2-year validity)
• Gas test Atmosphere- MSMWHS217 (3-year validity)

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart safely and sustainably harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTQIA Women Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.

Position Reference Number : 164474

Key Skills

Controlling Experience,Electrical Experience,Industrial Equipment,Industrial Maintenance,NEC,Mechanical Knowledge,Industrial Electrician Experience,Schematics,Maintenance,Programmable Logic Controllers,Manufacturing,Troubleshooting

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

Monthly Salary

53 - 57