Electrician/ HVAC technician

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The opportunity

As part of the Facilities team, the Electrician/HVAC Technician works under limited supervision to carry out a range of tasks, including the installation, maintenance, modification, and fault repair of complex antenna systems, building power, and HVAC systems. The role also involves mentoring apprentices and overseeing contractors engaged for external maintenance work. Responsibilities will vary depending on experience and are determined in consultation with the Facilities Team Leader.

Your duties will include:

• Perform maintenance, fault repair, installations, and upgrades on power, HVAC, and BMS systems.
• Monitor and respond to faults, alarms, audits, incidents, and requests, liaising with internal and external stakeholders including CSIRO and JPL.
• Provide specialist technical advice and updates on complex faults, modifications, and equipment enhancements.
• Supervise contractors to ensure compliance with security, licensing, and safety standards.
• Maintain and update configuration systems, maintenance schedules, and technical documentation.
• Support reliability and efficiency through the use of RCM and CMMS tools, and participate in DSN inspections and reporting.
• Promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and inclusion by adhering to CSIRO's Code of Conduct, HSE policies, and procurement procedures.

Location: Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex (CDSCC) Tidbinbilla, ACT 

Salary: AU$90,206 to AU$118,538 pa, plus Tracking Station Allowance of $133.81 per week, Electricians license allowance of $52.56 per week, plus annual Antenna Allowance of $735 per annum, plus 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: Indefinite

Reference: 98555

To be considered you will need:

Essential Criteria:

Under CSIRO policy only those who meet all essential criteria can be appointed.

• Trade qualifications in both Refrigeration Mechanics and Electrical.
• ACT Driver’s Licence.
• White Card, asbestos awareness, and silica dust certification (or willingness to obtain upon commencement).
• Minimum of two years’ experience in an industrial maintenance or operations environment.
• Experience working with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

Desirable Criteria:

• Further education in HVAC, PLC, or electrical disciplines.
• Experience with high-voltage switchgear switching and coordination.
• Familiarity with Maximo and/or SAP business systems.
• Additional certifications/licences, including:
  • Forklift licence
  • Working at Heights and Confined Spaces training
  • Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence

For full details about this role, please review the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

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How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications close

10th August 2025, 11:00 pm AEST