DefendTex is an Australian defence technology company specialising in the development and manufacture of innovative defence capabilities for Australian and allied customers. With manufacturing and operational facilities across Dandenong South and Lang Lang, we offer a diverse and hands-on working workplace where no two days are necessarily the same.

About the Role

DefendTex is seeking a qualified and hands-on Industrial Electrician to support electrical maintenance, installation and commissioning activities across our Dandenong South and Lang Lang facilities. This is a varied role suited to an electrician who enjoys working across different environments, solving practical problems and getting involved in a broad range of electrical and technical work.

Working across our manufacturing facilities, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting electrical infrastructure and production equipment, installing new machinery and equipment, undertaking electrical upgrades and assisting with commissioning activities. You will work closely with manufacturing, engineering and operations teams to ensure equipment and facilities remain safe, reliable and operational.

Key Responsibilities

- Undertake electrical maintenance, fault finding and repairs across manufacturing equipment, machinery and facility infrastructure.

- Install, connect and commission new machinery, production equipment and electrical systems.

- Carry out preventative maintenance and respond to electrical breakdowns.

- Perform three-phase electrical installations, connections, modifications and upgrades.

- Install, terminate and maintain data cabling and associated infrastructure.

- Undertake switchboard modifications,



electrical distribution works and general electrical upgrades.

- Support the installation and maintenance of motors, pumps, control systems and other industrial equipment.

- Assist with equipment relocations, facility upgrades and new equipment installations.

- Diagnose electrical faults and implement practical solutions to minimise production downtime.

- Work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing and operations personnel to support business requirements.

- Maintain accurate maintenance records, electrical documentation and compliance records.

- Ensure all electrical work is undertaken in accordance with applicable standards, legislation and workplace safety requirements.

About You

You are a qualified electrician who enjoys variety, working with your hands and taking ownership of getting things done. You are comfortable working independently while also collaborating with different teams across the business. You enjoy troubleshooting, finding solutions and working across different types of equipment and electrical systems rather than being restricted to repetitive or routine work.

You will ideally bring

- Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence.

- Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent.

- Experience in industrial, commercial or manufacturing electrical environments.





- Experience with electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding and commissioning.

- Competency in three-phase electrical systems and power distribution.

- Experience with data cabling, installation and termination.

- Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.

- Experience with machinery, motors, pumps and industrial equipment.

- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

- A proactive approach to safety, quality and workplace compliance.

- Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.

- A current driver's licence and willingness to travel between our Dandenong South and Lang Lang facilities.

- Australian Citizenship - must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance

- Not be a prohibited person under Section 3 of the Firearms Act 1996 (Victoria)

Why Join DefendTex?

- Varied electrical work across two unique manufacturing and operational facilities.

- Exposure to advanced manufacturing equipment and innovative defence technologies.

- Opportunity to work closely with engineering, manufacturing and operations teams.

- A hands-on role with autonomy, responsibility and variety.

- Be part of an Australian company developing and manufacturing innovative defence capabilities.

We are committed to ensuring diversity, inclusion and equality for the benefit of our employees. We strive for a positive and engaging workplace where mental health and wellbeing are supported. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including veterans and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

📌 Industrial Electrician (Dandenong)
🏢 DefendTex
📍 Dandenong