Electrician | Capital Works

What’s on Offer:  

• Full-time 40 hours, with 1 x RDO every month
• Tool of Trade Vehicle provided, phone and tablet 
• We pride our services on delivering service excellence to the communities we live in.  
• Gain that genuine work-life balance you’ve been searching for in your trade  
• Access to VenPerks includes offers and discounts to leading brands  
• Access to Ventia Academy includes training, development and accelerated learning programs 
• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program.  

About the Project  

Supporting SEQWater, Ventia deliver preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance and construction works along with electrical, mechanical and instrumental services across its water network. Servicing across 35 water treatment plants, 95 pump stations and 26 referable dams.  

About the Role  

We’re seeking a qualified Capital Works Electrician to deliver minor capital works across multiple sites. This hands-on role involves electrical installations, upgrades, and commissioning, with a focus on safe, compliant, and high-quality delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver minor capital works including electrical installations, upgrades, and asset replacements across diverse environments
• Interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and work orders to ensure accurate and compliant execution
• Perform installation and commissioning of electrical systems including switchboards, motors, instrumentation, and control panels
• Supervise onsite contractors and coordinate with other trades to ensure safe and efficient delivery
• Travel across designated sites, participating in inductions, toolbox talks, and pre-start meetings
• Adhere to WHS protocols, electrical standards, and company policies throughout the project lifecycle

Identify and report risks, delays, or faults, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives 

**Candidates must be willing to undergo a medical and police check as part of the recruitment process**

About You  

• Trade qualification as an Electrician
• Experience in construction, installation and commissioning
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork skills
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel
• QLD Electrical licence
• Instrumentation certificate, highly regarded
• EEHA - Certificate IV in Hazardous Areas – Electrical (5-year validity)
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - HLTAID001 (1 year validity)
• Low Voltage Rescue and CPR Training UETDRRF004 & HLTAID009 (1 year validity)
• Provide First Aid - HLTAID003 (3-year validity)
• Confined Space Entry - RIIWHS202E, MSMPER205,MSMPER200 (3-year validity)
• Working at Heights - RIIWHS204E (2-year validity)
• Gas test Atmosphere- MSMWHS217 (3-year validity)

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

If you are looking to expand your career, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
You are encouraged to inform your manager or supervisor prior to making an application for an internal vacancy. If you have not done so prior, you must inform your manager or supervisor on invitation to interview for an internal position

Alternatively, please send an updated resume to shardae.farmer@ventia.com with the job req# you are interested in.

Position Reference Number: 164473