Electrician - Hazardous Area

As a key player in the Defence industry, UGL plays a crucial role in supporting the Australian Defence Force across 100 locations nationwide. From operations and maintenance to asset management and fuel supply services, our team's expertise ensures we deliver effectively and sustainably.

As a result of expanding scope of works within UGL’s portfolio, we are recruiting Electricians with Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas (EEHA) experience to join our Operations & Maintenance team in what is an exciting opportunity to work in the Australia Defence environment, supporting the national security requirements of the Nation. 

This is an exceptional long-term, operations and maintenance contract, within the defence sector. Work with a Tier 1 services provider, alongside an established crew of experienced technicians.

The Role

Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be based at RAAF Richmond, supporting surrounding locations in the NSW region, with occasional regional travel. You will be a part of a core crew of UGL technicians. These duties will include, but not limited to; 

• Perform scheduled electrical maintenance and service of fuel installation assets and equipment
• Diagnostics and repair in a breakdown environment of fuel related assets and equipment
• Electrical Project work as required on the fuel installation and related assets and equipment
• Support subcontracted work packages as required
• Support various sites in the region, with the occasional requirement to travel throughout NSW

New Rates as of 1st July 2024

Maintenance Trades (Electrical) 

Level 1 - $44.28 Plus Super, Plus Tool Allowance ($35.27 Weekly) & Licence Allowance ($48.79 Weekly)

Level 2 - $47.76 Plus Super, Plus Tool Allowance ($35.27 Weekly) & Licence Allowance ($48.79 Weekly)

Level 3 (Dual trade) - $51.26 Plus Super, Plus Tool Allowance (35.27 Weekly) & Licence Allowance ($48.79)

What you Need

You will be a strong team player, a self-starter and dedicated employee that will draw on your experience and diverse skills to deliver high quality outcomes for UGL and our customer. We expect the successful applicants to have the following

• A-grade electrical licence with relevant post trade experience
• Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas (EEHA) trained required
• Proven experience working in fixed plant maintenance, ideally fuel services or Oil & Gas
• Confined space and working at heights tickets will be highly regarded
• Safety is at the forefront of everything you do!
• Currently hold, or ability to obtain appropriate Defence Security Clearance

What we Offer

This is a chance to join UGL as a full-time employee, on a long-term contract. Be a part of a strong team who are passionate about facilitating the delivery of National Security in Australia.

• Competitive hourly rates with market leading company benefits
• Long-term opportunity, with locational stability; work close to home for as long as you want!!   
• Work with a great crew of people from UGL and the Defence
• Love coming to work everyday and be apart of something bigger!

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.

To express your interest in this position, please submit your application by applying to the advert and answer screening questions as prompted.

Job Reference\: 262294