Electrical Technician

AI Job Summary

• Understanding of electrical circuits and systems.
• Experience conducting electrical testing and assessments at client locations.
• Experience analysing test results and preparing reports to support consulting advice.

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Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Electrical Technician

Description

Safearth is a renowned electrical engineering company, globally recognised for its expertise in safe earthing and lightning protection systems. Our services encompass consulting, training, test instruments, and software. Our work spans Power Generation and Distribution, Renewables, Rail, Roads, Water, Oil & Gas, and Mining — ensuring the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure.

We’re passionate about people and innovation, fostering a collaborative culture that values technical excellence, curiosity, and continuous learning.

An Exciting Opportunity for an Electrical Technician

Safearth is on the hunt for an experienced electrical technician to join our expert team. In this role, you will collaborate within a team environment, offering specialised electrical testing and support services to our valued clients. Your role will involve promoting the company’s services and providing support across various areas:

• Conducting site earthing testing and assessments at client locations throughout Queensland
• Assisting our engineering team in aspects related to earthing system and lightning protection designs
• Performing analysis and preparing reports on completed testing, offering consulting advice to our clients.
• Prioritising work health and safety.

This position is a blend of technical engineering, site testing, client interaction, and close collaboration with the broader Safearth team to deliver specialised consulting services.

Does Your Ideal Job Encompass…

• Maintaining Safearth’s equipment to the highest standards, including equipment repairs, maintenance, and test and tag, as well as coordinating test equipment bookings across the Safearth team.
• Office-based design and reporting at a level equivalent to your training.
• Assessing earthing system compliance in line with current safety standards.
• Continuous on-the-job learning to enhance your understanding of power and earthing systems, test equipment, and techniques.
• Regular travel to conduct site electrical testing at customer locations, often in partnership with experienced team members.
• A commitment to enhancing and upholding work health and safety standards both individually and as part of the team.
• Adherence to all procedures related to Safearth’s work health and safety and risk management practices to ensure personal and collective safety and minimise risks to Safearth.
• Effective communication with customers at various levels when necessary.
• Handling both supervised and unsupervised work tasks in accordance with your competency level.

Does This Sound Like You?

• Understanding of electrical circuits and systems.
• Willingness and ability to travel and engage in site-based work.
• Physical fitness to perform tasks in demanding environments.
• A desire to expand your knowledge and skills as a valuable consulting technician.

What Would Make You Stand Out?

• An electrical technology certificate, electrical trade license, or equivalent experience (desirable).
• Previous experience in a High Voltage Power System environment (desirable).
• Possession of a white card (preferred and required for ongoing employment, but not necessary before commencing).
• A current valid Australian driver’s license.
• Ability to work both under supervision and independently while meeting defined objectives.
• Demonstrated capacity to plan and execute complex work tasks.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in technical reporting and the use of Microsoft Office suite for data analysis and documentation.