Utilities Electrician

Singleton Council; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Swell Program

Health + Wellbeing Leave

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Job summary

Singleton Council is seeking a Utilities Electrician to join the Electrical team within the Water and Sewer Network Delivery Team. You will inspect, maintain and repair electrical systems across water utilities, including ELV/LV/HV, instrumentation and SCADA, while supporting design reviews and scheduling tasks.

The role requires a Certificate III in Electrotechnology with a current licence; a Qualified Supervisor Certificate is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology with a current licence.
• Thorough understanding of Wiring Rules (AS3000) and reference standards.
• Experience with maintenance, repair and installation of electrical systems in water utilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, maintain and test Council’s water and sewer electrical systems (ELV, LV, HV, instrumentation, SCADA).
• Plan and schedule electrical works and provide technical support for customer issues.
• Assist in review of engineering design and assessments related to electrical works.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Safety conscious

Education

Certificate III in Electrotechnology

Current electrical licence

Qualified Supervisor Certificate (advantageous)

Job description

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Utilities Electricianworks within our Electrical team and is an integral part of the Water and Sewer Network Delivery Team who together provide operation, installation, maintenance and repair works for Council’s water and sewer distribution and treatment systems along with maintenance and installation work at Council owned facilities.

This Utilities Electrician is primarily responsible for the inspection, repair, maintenance, construction, operation and testing of Council’s water and sewer electrical systems, including electrical (ELV, LV, HV), electronic, instrumentation, telemetry, PLC and SCADA, the monitoring compliance with the electrical requirements of Council, providing technical support for customer related issues and assisting in the review of engineering design and assessments. Planning and scheduling works is an important part of this role.

Essential to this role is a Certificate III in Electrotechnology with current licence and thorough understanding of the Wiring Rules (AS3000) and the reference standards, complemented by demonstrated experience in the maintenance, repair and installation of electrical systems and understanding of electrical work as it relates to water utility operations.

A Qualified Supervisor Certificate – Electrician, or equivalent, would be advantageous in this role, however not essential.

This position is offered on a Permanent, Full-time basis working 76 hours per fortnight on a team based 9-day fortnight roster. This position participates in the on-call roster. Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 10 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of$3305 to $3718 per fortnight plus:

• Market Allowance: $329 per fortnight
• Retention Allowance: $2,142 after 12 months service
• Superannuation:12% superannuation and other award allowances in accordance with the Local Government (State) Electrical Award.

In addition to the base salary, a daily on-call allowance that equates to up to $449 per week when rostered, and regular overtime are available. This position has access to a commuter use vehicle.

The Utilities Electrician is required to participate in operational and on-call rosters.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight

Your leave benefits include:

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

INTERESTED?

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 2 AUGUST 2026.

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