Job Description
$102,000 – $131,534 + Territory Allowance $29,920
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Senior Maintenance Electrician | Alice Springs, NT
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Competitive Salary Range: $102,000 - $131,534 annual
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Annual Territory allowance of $29,000
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Flexible work/life balance
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Work in Alice Springs, in the heart of Central Australia
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Relocation Costs Covered (As applicable)
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Join a Critical Infrastructure Team Supporting One of Australia's Most Unique Operational Environments
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Electrician to join a highly skilled Operations & Maintenance team based in Alice Springs. This is a rare opportunity to work within a secure, mission-critical environment where reliability, technical excellence, and teamwork are essential.
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As a key member of a multi-disciplinary maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving critical electrical infrastructure and facility systems, ensuring operational continuity across a complex and technically advanced site. In addition to hands‐on maintenance activities, you will provide technical leadership, mentor junior tradespeople, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
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About the Role
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Performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on facility infrastructure and electrical systems
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Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults across a diverse range of equipment and plant
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Maintaining power distribution systems, motors, control systems, and associated infrastructure
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Responding to operational incidents, equipment failures, and emergency maintenance requirements
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Providing technical guidance and support for complex troubleshooting and plant breakdowns
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Assisting with installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment and infrastructure
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Reviewing and updating technical documentation, drawings, panel schedules, and operating procedures
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Supporting continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, safety, and operational performance
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Mentoring and developing Maintenance Electricians within the team
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Working collaboratively with operations personnel and other technical disciplines to achieve maintenance objectives
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About You
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You are an experienced industrial electrician with strong technical capability, leadership qualities, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.
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To be successful, you will possess:
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Australian A Grade Electrical Licence
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Minimum 10 years' post-trade experience
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Strong experience in industrial electrical maintenance environments
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Sound knowledge of power distribution systems and industrial electrical infrastructure
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Experience with industrial control circuits and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
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Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities
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Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety standards
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
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Highly Regarded Experience
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The following experience will be viewed favourably:
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High Voltage operations
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Instrumentation and control systems
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Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
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Enterprise Maintenance Systems such as SAP or Archibus
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Experience working with 110V (US) electrical systems
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Refrigeration, HVAC, or other complementary trade qualifications
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Licences & Certifications
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Australian A Grade Electrical Licence
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Construction Industry White Card
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First Aid / CPR
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Low Voltage Rescue
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Working at Heights
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Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
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Confined Space
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High Voltage Operator Certification
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Instrumentation Qualification
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What's on Offer
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Permanent full-time opportunity based in Alice Springs with an attractive relocation package available to suitable candidates.
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Work within a highly respected and technically advanced environment
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Diverse and challenging maintenance responsibilities
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Opportunity to mentor and develop junior tradespeople
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Ongoing career development and technical growth
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Attractive remuneration package and site benefits
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Long-term career stability supporting critical infrastructure
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Security Requirements
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Due to the nature of this role, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain Australian Government security clearances. The employee will initially require a NV1 with the intent of applying for a Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Department of Defense Security Clearance (Australian) or TS/SCI (U.S.) clearance.

📌 Senior Electrician (South Australia)
🏢 Amentum
📍 South Australia