Automotive Electrician ACT Cabs Pty Ltd | Canberra, ACT About UsACT Cabs Pty Ltd provides taxi services across Canberra and the surrounding region.

Our drivers and passengers rely on safe, well-equipped vehicles every day.

We’re looking for a skilled full-time Automotive Electrician to join our team and keep our fleet on the road.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing specialised taxi equipment across our fleet.

This hands-on role suits someone who takes pride in neat, reliable work and enjoys solving electrical problems.

Your duties will include: Installing, testing and maintaining dispatch and booking equipment, including mobile data terminals and GPS tracking units

Installing and servicing security camera systems and duress or emergency alarm systems

Fitting and replacing antennas for radio, GPS and mobile data

Installing and wiring dome and roof lights, including vacancy and status indicators

Fitting and maintaining taxi meters, EFTPOS and payment terminals

Diagnosing and repairing general vehicle electrical faults, including wiring, lighting, batteries, charging and starting systems





Removing equipment from vehicles leaving the fleet and preparing new vehicles for service

Ensuring installations meet ACT taxi regulations and manufacturer specifications

Keeping accurate job records and equipment inventory

Working with drivers, operators and management to minimise vehicle downtime

About You

Essential: Trade qualification in automotive electrical work (e.g.

Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology) or at least 3 years of equivalent experience

Robust skills in 12V/24V vehicle electrical systems, wiring and fault diagnosis

Ability to complete clean, safe and professional installations in modern vehicles, including hybrids

Current, full Australian driver licence

Good communication skills and the ability to work independently

Desirable: Experience installing taxi, rideshare, fleet or commercial vehicle equipment

Experience with in-vehicle CCTV, telematics or two-way radio systems

Hybrid or EV high-voltage safety training

Experience with wheelchair-accessible vehicles

Salary$79,423 plus superannuation

How to Apply

Send your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

📌 Automotive Electrician (Canberra)
🏢 ACT Cabs
📍 Canberra