Electrician/HVAC technician, CSIRO

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Canberra

Category:
Energy

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

90206.00 - 118538.00 AU$ / Year

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Job Description:

As part of the Facilities team, the Electrician/HVAC Technician works under limited supervision to carry out a range of tasks, including the installation, maintenance, modification, and fault repair of complex antenna systems, building power, and HVAC systems. The role also involves mentoring apprentices and overseeing contractors engaged for external maintenance work. Responsibilities will vary depending on experience and are determined in consultation with the Facilities Team Leader.

Job Responsibility:

Perform maintenance, fault repair, installations, and upgrades on power, HVAC, and BMS systems
Monitor and respond to faults, alarms, audits, incidents, and requests, liaising with internal and external stakeholders including CSIRO and JPL
Provide specialist technical advice and updates on complex faults, modifications, and equipment enhancements
Supervise contractors to ensure compliance with security, licensing, and safety standards
Maintain and update configuration systems, maintenance schedules, and technical documentation
Support reliability and efficiency through the use of RCM and CMMS tools, and participate in DSN inspections and reporting
Promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and inclusion by adhering to CSIRO's Code of Conduct, HSE policies, and procurement procedures

Requirements:

Trade qualifications in both Refrigeration Mechanics and Electrical
ACT Driver’s Licence
White Card, asbestos awareness, and silica dust certification (or willingness to obtain upon commencement)
Minimum of two years’ experience in an industrial maintenance or operations environment
Experience working with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Nice to have:

Further education in HVAC, PLC, or electrical disciplines
Experience with high-voltage switchgear switching and coordination
Familiarity with Maximo and/or SAP business systems
Forklift licence
Working at Heights and Confined Spaces training
Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence

What we offer:

Tracking Station Allowance of $133.81 per week, Electricians license allowance of $52.56 per week, plus annual Antenna Allowance of $735 per annum, plus 15.4% superannuation
Flexible working arrangements

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 10, 2025

Expiration:
August 10, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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