24th July, 2026
Electrician / Project Manager (Yarra Valley Project)
Who we are:
- Barwon Asset Solutions.
- Electrical Works Contract with Yarra Valley Water.
- Subsidiary of Barwon Water.
- 100% locally based company.
- Offers smart maintenance and project solutions.
- Over 30 years of experience delivering quality, multi-disciplined end-to-end project and maintenance works across the region.
- Some based in Mitcham @ Yarra Valley Water
- Some Work from Home
- Some work is Onsite!
Main tasks: - Ideally seeking an Electrician looking to take then next step into project management (PM) or continue to strengthen their experience & exposure in PM.
- Essentially plan and support the delivery of a number of projects in the water industry and wider electrical industry.
- Typical projects include switchboards upgrades at pump stations, generator installations, solar projects & various electrical and instrumentation components of other multi-disciplinary projects (generally water industry).
- Ensure projects are delivered safely and to a high standard.
- Delivery of projects with agreed timeframes, budget and to company standards and policy.
- Meeting key accountabilities including organisation KPI's.
- Strong ability to ensure stakeholder engagement is completed.
- Drive outcomes with purpose, accountability, and action.
- Collaboration across business and organisational boundaries.
- Work cooperatively with other teams within the business and workshop.
Successful candidates will have the following: - Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Trade background
- Ideally A Grade Electrician.
- Ideally seeking an Electrician looking to transition to project management!
- Substantial industry experience in project management (utilities sector)
- Practical experience leading projects to deliver on key milestone and objectives.
- High standard of work with attention to detail
- Competent in the use of computers
- Demonstrated experience of current and emerging technologies is desirable
- An understanding of industrial relations issues and a commitment to OH&S practices.
- Good attitude, ability to work closely with the teams.
Benefits include: - Government organisation (here is your chance -career-stability)
- Ability to learn and develop your project management skills
- Weekly pay cycle.
- Great hourly payrate of $61+ (pending experience)
- Uniform/PPE provided
- 9-day fortnight.
- Long-term opportunity for the right candidate.
- Good supportive team culture.
- Innovative and creative project role
- Flexible and supportive working options
- Community values centric organisation
- Being treated as a valued employee not just a staff member.
- Regular contact and feedback throughout your assignment.
We look forward to receiving your CV & Cover Letter. Any questions or would like further information please contact Simon on 03 5221 3880 or email sheffernan@directrecruitment.com.au
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