Electrician (Air Field Lighting)

5 days ago


Cairns, Queensland, Australia VAE Group Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

The Company

Established in 1997, today VAE Group is one of Australasia largest commercial HVAC solutions companies with over 390 employees and have 12 office locations in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

With a reputation for delivering top-notch solutions, we thrive on teamwork, growth, and a little fun along the way. We pride ourselves in trust, integrity, relentless focus on safety and innovative expert staff which together deliver outstanding results and live our brand's values of Energy – Synergy – Success.

What we offer

  • Company Car/Allowance
  • Electronic tablet
  • Mobile Phone
  • Uniforms
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee discounts and offers via our benefit platform
  • Flexible Working Environment
  • Great team culture – team sports, regular social activities, family friendly
  • Strong Safety Focus
  • Hands on training thru great projects
  • Financial Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – immediate family included

The Role

Reporting to the Customer Account Manager and based in Cairns, the Electricianwill be responsible for working with our Air Field Lighting team at Cairns Airport and support our service projects team. Training will be provided to work on complex airfield lighting systems for the right applicant.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

  • Performing routine electrical maintenance to Airfield Lighting System
  • Maintaining and repairing electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems
  • Testing and troubleshooting electrical issues, circuits as per AS3000
  • Repairing and replacing equipment, faulty electrical wiring, defective parts or fixtures.
  • Provide technical support for the Electrical team as required
  • Developing strong relationships with customers

What makes you stand out

You will demonstrate proven electrical experience, an understanding of the challenges of working in a dynamic and fast-growing business, and the following attributes:

  • Possess relevant State and National Trade Licences (including but not limited to ARCTick, NREL, Construction Induction etc)
  • Possess a valid C Drivers' Licence for the state of employment
  • Good knowledge of various BMS and mechanical systems wiring requirements
  • The ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Exceptional time management
  • Exceptional communication skills - written & verbal
  • Effectively handles pressure
  • Adaptable to change
  • Reliable in attendance, punctual with limited absenteeism

Culture

Most importantly the candidate will be able to demonstrate how they work within the VAE company values of Energy, Synergy and Success. We are proud of the VAE Group culture and it is key to the company's significant growth & low employee turnover.

Diversity & Inclusion

At VAE we commit to building and fostering an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity. We provide equal opportunities for great people from variety of backgrounds & cultures as we believe our diverse and engaging workforce drives innovation. We're searching for like-minded people that complement our core principles and company culture.

If you are looking for a career development in a supportive work environment, please apply today and join us at VAE



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