Electrical Engineer

We currently have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Engineering and Asset Management team.

The key focus of the Electrical Engineer is to support the Senior Electrical Engineer with managing the electrical Network, with a focus on Low Voltage Network and the Airports multimillion Dollar Capital Development Plan. The role will be responsible for the extensive Low voltage Network and asset base, advising on its capability to support Capital Projects, where development and expansion may be required. The primary role is to be the key engineering stakeholder for Capital works with a Low Voltage connection, supporting the Senior Electrical Engineer with the extensive Capital development plan.

Explore how we are thinking big with exciting projects like the Third Runway, state-of-the‑art terminals, and thriving business park developments. You can also learn more about life at Melbourne Airport – our culture, values, and what makes us unique at https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/corporate/our-culture-and-values. Join us in shaping the future of aviation as we propel Melbourne Airport towards becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination.

Key responsibilities

The role's duties and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

- Subject matter expert and technical lead for our LV Systems and Asset management

- Drive Continuous Improvement in asset utilisation, life‑cycle cost and operational efficiencies.

- Assist the Senior Electrical Engineer in maintaining Technical Standards associated with all our HV and Primary LV

- Support and mentoring to our electrical coordinators

- Support the Senior Electrical Engineer with developing the capital plan with effective planning and budgeting for Low Voltage asset upgrades as required

- Ensure all primary LV asset information is correct and up to, including management of the APAM electrical documentation suite (drawings, reports, schedules etc) and electrical asset data within the APAM EAM system (Dynamics) is accurate and current.

- Ensure asset data is up to date will be key to accurate electrical network planning model development and facilitating the airports development plan, as well as accurate REPEX forecasting.

- Manage the APAM Electrical Low Voltage suite of technical standards including periodic reviews and updates to ensure consistency with changes in Australian Standard, electrical safety updates/changes from ESV, and technology impacting the electrical assets.

- Be the Electrical network point of contact from project inception and throughout design phase of Low Voltage

- Development of project Briefs Identifying point of supply and undertaking capacity assessments in conjunction with the proposed Airport Capital Development Plan

- Reviews and design stage endorsements

- Management of asset data quality into APAM EAM & GIS system

- Management of electrical testing, commissioning, and handover process.

- Implementation of Post Project reviews with APAM PMO team and external PM’s to provide feedback on what went well on the project and any areas for improvement.

The successful candidate will have

- Demonstrable technical proficiency Primary LV and basic HV electrical infrastructure

- Relevant engineering and Technical services delivery experience preferred

- Core understanding of key asset requirements from a Design, Build, Operate and Maintain.

- Experience in Electrical infrastructure focused experience of Primary LV and basic HV electrical infrastructure

- A minimum of 5-years relevant engineering and technical operational experience

- Operational management experience in electrical infrastructure highly desirable

- Electrical Engineering degree

We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this position.

About the Company

Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting us to the global marketplace. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation to deliver our vision of becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination. Currently, in an exciting phase of change, we are delivering rewarding career opportunities, making Melbourne Airport a dynamic and fast‑paced place to work for our people.

APAC is a majority Australian‑owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania and an industry multi‑award‑winning airport.

Culture and Values

By joining the team at Melbourne Airport, you will work within a friendly, high‑performance culture with a focus on our people and their development.

Our vision is to become Australia's favourite Airport destination and our people are paramount to achieving this success. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together.

Benefits

- Free access to Higher State, our state‑of‑the‑art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub at Novotel & ibis Styles Airport hotel.

- Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use

- Hybrid flexible working arrangements

- Airport Holiday, an additional day of leave

- Wellness Day, a further additional day of leave

- Discounted onsite childcare at Creative Garden Early Learning

- Mental health and well‑being initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Long‑term career and professional development opportunities

- Active social culture and participation in a range of social impact days and activities

- Signature Experiences including an airfield family day

- Access to an employee benefits scheme including access to corporate rates and airport retailer discounts (including SkyBus)

APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive, and creative.

APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socioeconomic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of Being You, Thinking Big, Owning It and Working Together.

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