Electrician

THE COMPANY

MAK Industrial Water Solutions is a national water & waste water treatment specialist.  MAK Water designs & manufactures a wide range of water treatment plants at its Perth workshop, and supports its customers with a network of service teams across Australia.

We are an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of water treatment plants, with a wide range of technologies, and a strong future order book for plants to be installed in Australia and overseas.

THE ROLE

MAK Water is seeking a qualified Electrician to join our Malaga workshop team in a permanent, full-time position.

This hands-on role offers the opportunity to build, wire, test and commission water and wastewater treatment plants for clients across a range of industries. You’ll work on varied projects, alongside experienced electricians, apprentices and our workshop and engineering teams, seeing equipment progress from assembly through to testing and delivery.

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, your key responsibilities will include:

• Electrical installation and assembly: Install and connect electrical equipment, control panels, cabling and instrumentation on water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Drawings and specifications: Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and project specifications to complete installations accurately.
• Testing and commissioning: Carry out electrical testing, fault-finding and commissioning at our Malaga workshop, with work at client sites as required.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve electrical faults to support reliable plant operation and minimise delays during builds and testing.
• Team collaboration: Work closely with the workshop and engineering teams to resolve technical issues, coordinate tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Safety and quality: Complete work in accordance with applicable electrical standards, company procedures and project requirements, maintaining accurate testing and inspection records.
• Apprentice development: Support, mentor and supervise electrical apprentices, helping them build practical skills and safe work habits.
• Continuous improvement: Contribute ideas to improve workshop efficiency, installation quality and work practices.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

The successful applicant will:

• Hold a valid WA A Grade Electrical License, required
• Hold a current and valid Australian Driver's Licence, required
• Hold or have the ability to obtain LVR and CPR training certification
• Have a minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar field ( post apprenticeship); industrial installation favourable
• Be familiar with AS/NZ3000 standards
• Be proficient with Computer/iPads
• Demonstrate excellent problem solving capabilities
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have the ability to follow general arrangements and electrical schematics

THE BENEFITS

This role offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure to all aspects of process engineering within water and wastewater treatment, supported by a collaborative team environment and structured professional development.

Other benefits include:

• Appropriate remuneration package including a 6 monthly Company Bonus Plan and fortnightly pay cycle
• On the job training with development and upskilling opportunities through the Company’s Online Training Platform
• Opportunity to partake in the Company’s $4,000 Employee Referral Scheme
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Program, including advocates, monthly birthday celebrations and weekly fruit basket available to employees
• Free onsite parking
• Salary sacrifice options and access to novated lease

If you are ready to be part of The Smart Water People, we’d love to hear from you. Please upload a current resume and cover letter to Seek.

If you are ready to be a part of the Smart Water People, please upload a current resume to Seek.