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We’re seeking a highly motivated Industrial Electrician at the Paul Wild Observatory, where you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the electrical and control systems that power world-class radio telescopes. Working within a small, multi-disciplinary engineering team, you’ll support observatory operations through hands-on maintenance, system upgrades, and infrastructure projects across the Narrabri and Mopra sites. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine the benefits of rural living with the challenges of supporting cutting-edge science and technology.
Job Responsibility:
Perform routine maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on electromechanical and servo systems for Narrabri and Mopra Telescopes
collaborate with colleagues to improve system reliability and performance
support design, installation, and commissioning of system upgrades
maintain and improve documentation for equipment repair and maintenance processes
respond to afterhours breakdowns and travel occasionally to assist at other sites
conduct safety inspections, ensure compliance with electrical regulations, and assist with broader site operations
Requirements:
An NSW Electrical License (or ability to obtain one if from another state)
relevant post-trade experience and trade qualifications for an Electrician
ability to climb steep stairs and ladders and work on structures at a height of up to 30m
ability to work in confined spaces
must hold a current Class ‘C’ Australian driver’s licence (or equivalent)
demonstrated experience with the operation and maintenance of a broad range of electromechanical and electronic systems, including precision servo drive systems, hydraulics, power generation and distribution and Uninterruptible Power Supply systems
proven experience with fault finding and repair of complex industrial control systems, including relay control logic and programmable logic controller systems
ability to communicate effectively, in-person and in writing, with multi-disciplinary teams, management, contractors and external stakeholders
ability to undertake travel and stay at other sites when required
demonstrated experience developing safety documentation such as activity-based risk assessments, and a commitment to safe work practices, environmental sustainability and the principles of equity and diversity
What we offer:
generous relocation support
flexible hours
generous leave entitlements including four weeks' annual leave and up to 15 days for personal or family needs