Electrician (Maintenance Officer - Electrical)

• Play a key role in the maintenance and preservation of the Victorian Parliament House built in 1856
• Ongoing, full-time role
• Grade 3.2, $89,292 - $96,073 + $12% superannuation

About the role

The Buildings and Grounds team is located in the Department of Parliamentary Services and is responsible for the maintenance and development of the historic grounds at Parliament House and provision of a comprehensive range of building support services.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Officer (Electrical) will carry out electrical works as well as maintenance activities (including carpentry and general maintenance) within the Parliamentary Precinct as well as providing customer focussed support and services to Members of Parliament, staff and the public.

About you

• You are a qualified electrician and have experience in delivering high quality electrical works and maintenance services within a similar environment;
• You have strong communication skills to deal with a broad customer base and are passionate about delivering high-quality customer service; and
• You have sufficient knowledge and experience in managing health and safety issues, operating and maintaining all workspaces, machinery, and equipment to ensure safe work practices.
• You hold an approved trade qualification and A Grade electrical licence

Why join us?

We offer flexible work with access to the iconic heritage listed Parliament House building and collaborate with the team in a hybrid working capacity.

We understand that your health and wellbeing are integral to your success and have a range of benefits to ensure your physical and mental health are supported. These include access to health and wellbeing initiatives.

Your professional development is important to us. That's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with development programs and targeted in-house training to support your professional growth.

When you excel at your work and initiate innovative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program.

For more information about a career with us, visit our Website.

How to apply

Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position.

Applications close: Wednesday, October 15 2025, at 11.59PM.

The process from here

Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for a brief phone call by a member of the People & Capability team and will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD or online.

Accessibility

If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact our Recruitment Team via email [email protected] or on (03) 8682 2842.

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