Plenty of A Grade electricians have thought about moving into Building Management Systems. This is a way in that doesn’t cost you a pay cut, and it comes with no call outs.
My client is a long-established BMS and HVAC controls specialist with a strong name in commercial buildings across Victoria. Because they keep growing, they need several A Grade Electrician to join their projects team. They’ll train you properly.
The role
About 80% is out in the field and 20% in the office. Most of the field time goes on:
- Installing and commissioning new BMS systems in HVAC plant rooms
- Controller changeovers and system upgrades
- Building and installing control panels
- Point-to-point checks, functional testing and witness testing
- Learning BMS programming, graphics and integration with senior engineers
- Dealing directly with clients and facility managers
There’s very little reactive service work and no call outs. You’ll report to the Service Manager.
You’ll have
- A current Victorian A Grade Electrical Licence (essential)
- Experience in electrical, HVAC, automation or a related field
- Strong computer and networking skills
- Good communication skills, since this role faces clients
- An Open Cabling licence and some HVAC or controls knowledge, which are highly regarded but not essential
- A driver’s licence and Australian work rights, plus a willingness to do Working with Children and police checks
What’s on offer
- $120,000.00 to $140,000.00 + Super, plus overtime when it’s needed
- A salary increase after probation
- A fully maintained company vehicle, laptop and phone
- Full training in BMS programming, controls and commissioning
- No call outs
- A monthly RDO and flexible working arrangements
- A genuinely social team with regular outings, and a Christmas party worth turning up to, with hotel accommodation and partners included
- A explicit path from technician into programming and engineering
This is a most, sort after company and a definite "employer of choice". Well known and highly regarded nationally as a company that delivers true professionalism with strong community focus and involvement.