▷ Urgent: Electrician

4 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia Taronga.org.au Full time

Overview

Work somewhere completely different. Every single day. Taronga Zoo offers an opportunity to power a place that inspires over a million guests each year while supporting wildlife conservation.

Role: Electrical trades specialist within a passionate team maintaining a range of spaces across the zoo.

About the Role

You’ll work alongside our Electrical Supervisor and the broader assets team to deliver a broad range of electrical services — installation, maintenance, repairs, and upgrades on both HV and LV systems. You’ll be part of a team that values safety, sustainability, and a can-do attitude. Your work will directly contribute to a space enjoyed by over a million guests and countless species each year.

Responsibilities

- Complete all trade and non-trade related work activities as scheduled and allocated by the Leading Hand Electrician or management.

- Adhere to the work requisition system and follow through with projects efficiently and effectively.

- Operate a range of electrical fitting equipment used to maintain the presentation of the zoo facilities.

- Work effectively as a member of a high performing team to assist Taronga in its achievement of strategic outcomes.

- Ensure work is performed in a timely, cost-effective manner to prescribed quality standards to meet stakeholder and Taronga needs.

- Comply with and suggest sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga’s sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact.

About You

We are looking for candidates that have:

- Electrical Trade Qualification.

- Hold Current NSW A Grade Electricians License.

- Current NSW Driver’s License or ability to have existing license formally recognised including manual.

- Certification in High Voltage or Confined Spaces is not essential, although highly regarded.

- Obtain and maintain a current paid NSW Working with Children Check.

Benefits

- Ongoing Full-Time role with a competitive annual salary package of $84,150 (includes base of $74,244 + Super) + penalties & allowances.

- Working hours: 7:00am – 3:45pm, rotating roster (max 19 days in a 28-day cycle, including one weekend every 4 weeks).

- Free onsite car parking outside of peak periods.

- Complimentary family and friends passes across Taronga’s Sydney & Dubbo Zoos.

- Discounts on accommodation and food at both our Sydney and Dubbo sites.

- Discounted Fitness Passport.

- A friendly, supportive, and down-to-earth trades team.

- A genuinely unique place to grow your skills and make a difference.

- Social team with plenty of activities around the zoo.

- Plus more benefits.

Equal Opportunity

Taronga is an equal opportunity employer and recognises the diversity of the workforce and community – including gender, age, culture, religion, language or personal circumstances. Taronga is committed to building on the perspectives, experience, knowledge and skills that diversity brings to our organisation.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter. You are also required to complete two target questions as part of your application.

- Describe how you feel you can contribute to a positive workplace environment.

- Safety is number 1 in this position; How do you manage the risks associated with electrical work when performing your day to day tasks?

Applications Close: 11:59pm Monday 20 October 2025

Provider & Site

Provider: SAP as service provider

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