Electrical Dual Tradesperson

Overview

Water Corporation Perth Region Field Services - Construction Delivery team have a permanent opportunity based in Canning Vale for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Tradesperson. The successful candidate will be responsible for electrical and instrumentation installation, testing, fault finding, repair and commissioning of all Water Corporation's assets across the Perth Metro Region and across various regional areas of our state.

We are seeking an individual who takes ownership of their work area and can work effectively independently but also contributes to a positive team environment and safety culture.

What we offer

- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
- Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
- Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Benefits are described on the Water Corporation website.

Role responsibilities

- Installation of new Electrical switchboards, PLC's, communication systems, Soft Starters, VSD's, motors, cabling and associated electrical and instrumentation components in Water / Wastewater and Drainage systems.
- Undertakes isolations and shutdowns on electrical plant and equipment.
- Carry out all tasks on Electrical, PLC, SCADA, instrumentation and communication systems.
- Executes advanced fault finding on Electrical, PLC, SCADA, instrumentation and communication systems.
- Complex problem solving of Water / Wastewater systems.
- Occasional regional work (FIFO or DIDO) depending on project location and requirements. You will be required to work away approximately once in every 4-6 weeks. This is not a FIFO role and are expected to work in Perth Metro when not working in the regions. Overtime and allowances will be given for regional works.

Key skills and experience

- Electrical Trade Certificate
- Instrumentation Certificate IV
- Construction background or experience is desirable, not essential
- High Voltage Certificate desirable, not essential
- EWP high risk license is desirable, not essential
- WA C Class Drivers Licence (HR highly regarded)
- Knowledge of Confined Space entry requirements and Working at Heights

How to apply

Sound like a match? Apply today. If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close 21st of September 2025

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Diversity and inclusion

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace: Diversity and inclusion are central to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ people and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. Applicants requiring adjustments or alternative communication methods in the recruitment process can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.

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