Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Electrical Technician - Maintenance
Electrical technician for HV and instrumentation maintenance on West Gate Tunnel
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role involves performing electrical maintenance and fault response across tolling and tunnel systems, working Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with flexibility to cover shift hours, evenings, weekends and public holidays when required. All work must be completed safely, on time and to a high standard. • Perform electrical maintenance and fault response for tolling and tunnel systems. • Contribute to the West Gate Tunnel project, a landmark Melbourne transport initiative.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸electrical maintenance
- ▸fault response
- ▸tolling systems
- ▸tunnel systems
- ▸project support
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Downer’s Road Maintenance & ITS division plays a critical role in maintaining and responding to incidents across Melbourne’s iconic CityLink network and the upcoming West Gate Tunnel. They are seeking qualified Electrical Technicians with high‑voltage (HV) and instrumentation experience to join the team working on the West Gate Tunnel, offering stability and the chance to work on high‑profile infrastructure. Applicants must hold a Grade Electrical Licence, be aware of HV systems and instrumentation, and have a background in electrical maintenance within infrastructure environments such as tunnels, tolling systems or industrial plants. A strong commitment to safety and quality, an EWP licence (boom/scissor lift) and a current Australian driver’s licence are also required. To apply, candidates must click the “Apply” button and submit their application online; email applications are not accepted. Applicants must be able to successfully undertake a police check, medical and driver’s licence history check. The recruitment team will be on holiday break from 24 December 2025 to 12 January 2026, after which they will resume responding to enquiries. • Hold a Grade Electrical Licence and be familiar with HV systems and instrumentation. • Experience in electrical maintenance within infrastructure such as tunnels, tolling, or industrial plants. • Maintain strong safety and quality standards; hold an EWP (boom/scissor lift) licence and a current Australian driver’s licence. • Apply online; email applications are not accepted. Must pass police, medical and driver‑licence checks.
Requirements
- ▸grade licence
- ▸hv systems
- ▸instrumentation
- ▸electrical maintenance
- ▸ewp licence
- ▸driver licence
Benefits
Downer offers above‑award pay rates with annual increases and the opportunity to be part of the landmark West Gate Tunnel project, contributing to Melbourne’s transport future. The company is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women. • Work standard hours Monday‑Friday 7:00 am‑3:30 pm; flexible for evenings, weekends, and public holidays as needed. • Receive above‑award pay rates with annual increases.
Work Environment
Onsite