Electrician
Published | July 5, 2025 |
Location | Osborne Naval Shipyard, Australia |
Category | Engineering |
Job Type | Full-time |
Description
Electrician Hunter Class Frigate Program
Permanent Long Term Career Opportunity on Major Naval Defence Program
9 Day Fortnight
At BAE Systems Australia
Do interesting work that MATTERS
ENJOY what you do
GROW your career
Do you want to work in the most advanced shipyard in the world building the most complex Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigate? If so, we have opportunities for Electricians within the Production Team based in Osborne, SA
Key responsibilities include:
Execute tasks defined as being electrical functions within Production to ensure delivery in line with the Manufacturing Plan
Carry out tasks both on-board the Naval Vessel and also within a workshop environment
Undertake tasks as described within Electrical Job Cards and complete associated documentation to capture job progress
Ensure time keeping accuracy by booking to correct Job Cards
Interpret and utilize electrical technical drawings
Comply with required Quality and Technical directions contained within Job Card Work scopes and Process Instructions
Ensure that all equipment and areas used are maintained in a safe and organised manner
Understand and abide by Safety Policies and associated documentation such as Take 5, Standard Operating Procedures and Risk Assessments and help to create a safe working environment for all employees
Work on tasks as part of a workgroup and also individually
Work with Apprentices and oversee their skills and development as appropriate
Interaction with other Trade Groups and Business Functions to enable delivery of the Program
Undertake training as deemed appropriate for the role
About you:
Trade certificate III Electro technology Electrician
Hold and maintain an Australian Electrical Licence and any appropriate licencing for the equipment used and tasks performed within the shipyard
Demonstrated experience as an electrical tradesperson
Must be eligible to apply for Australian Defence Security Clearance
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
Further information regarding security clearances
We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidate hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.