About the role
Looking for an opportunity to work on breathtaking Cocos (Keeling) Islands for a period of 2 years as an Electrical Dual Tradesperson. Join this close knit team of 15 on the Island made up of Electrical Tradespeople, Mechanics and Operators.
You will be based on Cocos (Keeling) West Island for the duration of this term. This role will provide electrical maintenance and instrumentation services for water, wastewater and power generation and distribution assets across 2 islands. The asset base includes a sea water reverse osmosis plant, vacuum sewerage systems, wastewater treatment plants, diesel power stations and HV/LV power distribution networks. Given the remote locality of this position, your proven self-motivated and leadership qualities along with a demonstrated commitment to Occupational Safety and Health, will be essential requirements of this role.
What the role will involve
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and installs of electrical and instrumentation components within our water, wastewater and electrical systems.
- Project coordination for the delivery of electrical asset management and improvements.
- Corrective and Preventative maintenance planning and scheduling.
- Parts and equipment procurement.
- Performs High Voltage switching.
- Performs tasks on PLC, and SCADA and instrumentation equipment.
- Support and develop others, including apprentice mentoring and coaching.
- Solving water industry and electrical challenges.
Real benefits that matter
- Air conditioning subsidy.
- Additional allowances Including Overtime and standby Available.
- A bonus 38 hours’ annual leave per year after 12 months of continuous service in the North West Region, in addition to the standard 4 weeks (152 hours) of annual leave.
- Additional annual leave for travel days to support time off for travel (total hours/days depended on eligible town).
- Two well-being days each year to recharge, relax and enjoy life (separate to standard paid sick/personal leave).
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service.
- Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer. contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary. sacrifice 2%.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.
- Annual leave loading – an extra 17.5% when you use your annual leave.
About you
- Electrical Dual Trade Certificate (Instrumentation).
- HV qualifications essential.
- Current Electrical Workers Licence.
- Considerable trade experience in power, water supply and/or wastewater utility services (or similar).
- ACMA restricted cabling registration, desirable.
Sound like a match? Apply today
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Please note: By applying for this role, you are consenting to your current and previous line managers being contacted as references. It is strongly recommended that all internal applicants advise their line manager of any applications for acting or permanent positions prior to applying.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close 19th November 2026
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.
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