We currently have an opportunity for a licenced Electrician to join our Health and Education team. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, you'll help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.
The purpose of the Electrician position includes (but is not limited to) the delivery of electrical installation and maintenance services to the TAFE Queensland Southbank campus, plant and
equipment, completing all duties in a safe and efficient manner with the ability to meet performance expectations of both Downer and TAFE. All work must be performed and completed in accordance
with best industry practice and provide the best possible outcomes for both Downer and the client.
What You’ll Bring (Certification)
Current Queensland Electrical Mechanic Work Licence
Current Queensland Electrical Fitter Work Licence desirable
Current Open Driver’s Licence
Current First Aid, CPR and LV qualifications
Elevate Work Platform licence desirable
Confined spaces certificate desirable
Positive Notice Blue Card for Child Related Employment (or willingness to obtain).
What You’ll Bring (Experience)
At least 3 years’ demonstrable post trade experience working in a Commercial and/or Education Facilities
Experience with time management and prioritisation of workload
Experience with Emergency Light Systems (Nexus) desirable
Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS)
Experience with Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS)
Proven experience communicating to employees all levels, customers and
suppliers
Previous experience within a facilities management environment desirable.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, fostering a positive team culture.
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Commitment to workplace health and safety, with a proactive approach to identifying risks.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
**Please note, as a prerequisite for this role candidates will be required to complete work rights check, pre-employment medical check, Working with Children Check, AFP National Police History certificate and reference checks.
Why Downer?
At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.
What It Means to Belong at Downer
We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:
Training and development to support and diversify your career.
With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career.
Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.
We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.
If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.
