Mechanical Electrician

Contact Group is seeking a Mechanical Electrician with experience in project installations & construction for an immediate start on our Hobart projects.

About us

Contact Group is proud to be a solely Tasmanian-owned business, deeply committed to the island's future by employing Tasmanians and actively stimulating the local economy.

Evolving from the foundational Contact Electrical businesses, we have grown into one of Tasmania’s most comprehensive and stable service providers. Our strength lies in our diverse operational structure, spanning 11 specialist divisions that cover all aspects of modern infrastructure:

• Electrical
• Maintenance & Essential Services
• Fire Protection
• Facilities & Maintenance
• ICT, Communications Fibre & Data
• AV, Security & CCTV
• HV, Renewable Energy & Generation
• Automation
• Mechanical Services
• Medical Gases

This unique structure provides our team with unparalleled project stability. Our portfolio is not reliant on a single sector; it spans critical government, complex industrial, large-scale commercial, and domestic contracts. Joining Contact Group means securing your career within a resilient, locally owned company with a proven track record of expansion and continuous professional challenges.

The Role

This is a fantastic career opportunity to join our growing HVAC Division in Hobart.

We are significantly expanding our market presence, securing multiple, long-term government contracts alongside a diverse commercial project base, ensuring stable and consistent workflow for you.

As a Mechanical Electrician, you'll be able to practice your skills, knowledge and experience with the installation of critical mechanical plant and infrastructure. You will work hand-in-hand with our highly skilled team on complex, large-scale systems, including:

• Hydronic Heating Systems
• Heating Hot Water (HHW) & Chilled Water (CHW) Systems
• Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Air Handling Systems
• Heat Recovery Systems and Multi-head Air-Conditioning Systems

Your standard work week is Monday to Friday. While we prioritize work-life balance, there is also the opportunity for paid weekend and after-hours work on an ad-hoc basis, allowing you to maximize your earning potential.

The successful applicant will have the following attributes:

We are looking for a highly capable professional who is ready to step up and take ownership of their work:

• HVAC Expertise: Demonstrable experience in commercial HVAC electrical installations, routine maintenance.
• Professionalism & Communication: A competent, confident individual with excellent interpersonal skills and a strong focus on a clean, safe, and tidy presentation on site.
• Autonomy & Drive: Highly self-motivated, organized, and capable of working effectively and efficiently unsupervised.
• Digital Proficiency: Competent in using app-based programs for job management, reporting, and accessing technical information.

Minimum requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following non-negotiable qualifications:

• Certificate 3 in Electrotechnology
• Current White Card (General Construction Induction) and a valid car driver's licence.
• Driver's License

Desirable:

The following qualifications are highly regarded and will significantly strengthen your application, demonstrating an expanded skillset crucial for our diverse HVAC projects:

• EWP>11mtr
• WWVP
• Cert II in Split Systems

Attractive Remuneration Package-including:

We offer a market-leading package that rewards your skill and commitment, ensuring your financial security and providing the tools necessary for success:

Financial Security & Earnings

• Industry Leading EBA Wages: Your base pay is an EBA Level rate negotiated and set commensurate with your specific experience and qualifications.
• Enhanced Benefits: Access to additional EBA negotiated allowances and benefits.
• Superannuation: Standard superannuation contributions.
• Income Protection: Comprehensive cover providing peace of mind.
• Long-Term Security Fund: A significant, EBA-negotiated Severance Fund that provides a robust financial safety net upon leaving the company (retirement, etc.).

EBA Level rate negotiated commensurate with experience.

Medical Requirement: All field-based positions are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.

For a copy of our EBA please email [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply by submitting a resume and cover letter**.**

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

‘Contact Group Provides Industry Leading Wages and Working Conditions and we operate under an Industry Benchmark Enterprise Agreement’