Mechanical Electrician – HVAC & Building Automation

Synchronous Building Automation; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchronous Building Automation is seeking a qualified Mechanical Electrician for our ACT team in Canberra. The role covers installation, termination and testing of electrical wiring and building automation systems on commercial and industrial projects.

You will read schematics, work across HVAC, BMS controls and mechanical switchboards, and collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers and BMS Technicians. A strong safety mindset and independent, team-focused attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with current Electrical Licence.
• Experience with commercial/industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and drawings.
• White Card and valid Driver’s Licence.
• Commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test mechanical electrical wiring and BMS control systems.
• Complete electrical works for HVAC plant and mechanical services.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
• Install cables, wire field devices and make control panel connections.
• Test installed systems and fault-find electrical and control issues.
• Support commissioning and functional testing.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, subcontractors and trades on site.
• Assist with wiring and testing of custom Mechanical Switchboards when required.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and workmanship.

Skills

Electrical installation

Fault-finding

Reading schematics

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Licence

Job description

About Us

Synchronous Building Automation delivers integrated electrical and building automation solutions that create smarter, more efficient and sustainable buildings.

Our team works across mechanical electrical, Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC controls and custom-designed Mechanical Switchboards, delivering solutions across commercial buildings and complex infrastructure.

We are continuing to grow and are looking for a skilled Mechanical Electrician to join our ACT team.

The Role

This is a hands-on role working across mechanical electrical and building automation projects throughout Canberra.

You’ll be involved across the project lifecycle – from installation and termination through to testing, fault-finding and commissioning – working alongside our Project Managers, Engineers and BMS Technicians.

Your work will include:

• Installing, terminating and testing mechanical electrical wiring and building automation control systems
• Completing electrical works associated with HVAC plant, mechanical services, field devices and BMS controls
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings and control diagrams
• Installing cables, wiring field devices and completing control panel connections
• Testing installed systems and fault-finding electrical and control issues
• Supporting commissioning and functional testing
• Coordinating with project teams, clients, subcontractors and other trades on site
• Assisting with the wiring and testing of custom Mechanical Switchboards when required
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and workmanship.

About You

You’re a qualified electrician who takes pride in delivering quality work and enjoys solving technical problems.

You’ll ideally bring:

• A current Electrical Licence
• Experience across commercial and/or industrial electrical systems
• Strong electrical installation, testing and fault-finding skills
• The ability to confidently read electrical schematics and technical drawings
• A current White Card and Australian Driver’s Licence
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high-quality work
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a project team
• A professional and customer-focused approach.

Experience across commercial HVAC, mechanical electrical, BMS, building automation, HVAC controls or Mechanical Switchboards will be highly regarded, but we’re also interested in experienced electricians who want to further develop their capability in these areas.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional electrical work and build your technical capability across mechanical electrical, HVAC controls and building automation.

You’ll work alongside experienced technical specialists, contribute to interesting commercial projects and gain exposure across installation, testing, commissioning and BMS.

If you’re a capable electrician looking for technical variety, challenging projects and an opportunity to continue developing your career, we’d like to hear from you.