About the Organisation

Aurukun Shire Council plays a crucial role in leading the community and addressing the needs of its residents. The Council works closely with various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organisations, and local businesses, to improve service delivery and create opportunities for the community it serves.

Key focus areas for the Aurukun Shire Council include community safety, governance, economic development, and preservation of cultural identity, environmental management, postal and banking services, aged care and child care provision.

Initiatives are developed and implemented in consultation with community members, ensuring their active participation and ownership. The Council strives to empower community members, promote self-determination, and build a sustainable and prosperous future for Aurukun.

About the Role

This role is residential and based in Aurukun.

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor and / or Building Services Manager, the Electrician will provide maintenance services to Council facilities, homes and State owned infrastructure within the Aurukun community whilst working with and mentoring other employees within the Technical Services department as well as contractors.

Key Accountabilities

Efficient and timely completion of tasks taking into consideration cultural aspects and agreement with other trades, employees of the Building, Construction and Maintenance team, and building contractors.

Undertaking work to meet the needs of the Aurukun community

Plan works and order materials in advance to ensure works are not delayed.

Completing and submitting all relevant paperwork in accordance with Council and BAS systems, eg: daily job cards, store requests, timesheets.

Undertaking work in a safe manner compliant with relevant legislation including reporting hazards within the workplace.

Participating in pre-start, toolbox, staff meetings, health and safety meetings and other meetings as directed

Assists with the training and mentoring of local staff where required.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

Certificate III in Electrotechnology (minimum)

A knowledge of or ability to obtain a knowledge of all legal requirements in regard to Electrical work, including but not limited to Australian standards, WHS standards and Building codes

Open unrestricted Car (Manual) drivers’ licence

A minimum of 5 years demonstrated post trade experience (experience working in a remote and / or Aboriginal community is desirable)

Experience with SCADA, including using it as a fault-finding tool, minor programming and configurating experience. (desirable)

Experience with CCTV, including replacing hardware and programming (desirable)

QTP and QBP qualifications (desirable)

Cert II in split AC installations (desirable)

Experience undertaking a high level of maintenance within domestic and / or commercial environments

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to negotiate, conflict manage and diffuse volatile situations

Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve positive outcomes

Experience or the ability to obtain an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Indigenous people, a knowledge of Aboriginal culture and customs would be an advantage

Capacity to demonstrate a high level of commitment to interact positively in a remote Aboriginal community.

Benefits

Joining ASC means becoming part of an organisation with strong cultural values with a focus on providing exceptional services to, and for, the community. You will be offered;

A salary of $100,000 plus superannuation - some overtime at penalty rates may be available

38 hour week

Subsidised accommodation provided

5 weeks annual leave

Flights to Cairns from Aurukun in accordance with Council policy

Isolation Leave in accordance with Council policy

Relocation expenses in accordance with Council policy

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

How to apply

Click the Quick Apply button and include a copy of your current resume.

Applications close 4pm Friday 24 October 2025.

Shortlisting for this position will begin immediately and Council reserves the right fill the role prior to the nominated closing date. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

For more information about the role and a copy of the position description email [email protected]

Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and pre-employment medical assessment.

To apply, you must have the legal right to work in Australia.