Electrician

We are seeking experienced Construction Electricians to join our team on Barrow Island.

• FIFO 2:1 roster, full-time
• Competitive hourly rates + penalties
• Safety every day

ABOUT US

Ertech is an Australian, employee-owned engineering construction group delivering civil, electrical, and specialist infrastructure solutions across the transport, resources, defence, and building sectors. Operating nationwide since 1981, the Group invests in growing Australian capability and capacity, taking pride in the quality of its work and the enduring relationships built with clients and communities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join Ertech on one of Australia's premier LNG facilities, delivering a variety of electrical construction projects across the Gorgon Gas Facility.

You'll work on diverse scopes including underground electrical infrastructure, cable installation, temporary power, earthing systems, QA/QC, lighting installations and construction support facilities. Working alongside experienced supervisors and tradespeople, you'll be part of a team delivering high-quality electrical installations in one of Australia's most recognised resources projects.

If you're an experienced industrial electrician who enjoys construction work, takes pride in quality workmanship and thrives in a safety-focused team environment, we'd like to hear from you.

This role reports to the Electrical Supervisor. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Install underground electrical infrastructure including conduits, cable routes and direct buried cable systems.
• Pull, install and dress LV, HV, control, instrumentation and fibre optic cables.
• Install and test earthing systems including earth grids, earth electrodes, earth pits and equipment bonding.
• Install temporary construction power systems, switchboards, generators and distribution equipment.
• Install and modify construction lighting, area lighting and temporary lighting systems.
• Install electrical infrastructure to support crib facilities, temporary buildings and site compounds.
• Complete cable glanding, termination, testing and verification of electrical installations.
• Assist with electrical commissioning, pre-commissioning and fault finding activities.
• Complete QA/QC inspections, red-line mark-ups, ITP hold points and construction documentation.
• Work safely within live operating facilities under Chevron permit systems.
• Participate in daily pre-starts, toolbox meetings and continuous safety improvement initiatives.
• Always maintain a high standard of housekeeping and workmanship.
• Mentor apprentices and support less experienced team members where required.

ESSENTIAL RQUIREMENTS

• Current WA Electrical Worker's Licence
• Current White Card
• Current LVR/CPR
• Current Driver's Licence
• Experience within the Mining, Oil & Gas or Heavy Industrial Construction sectors
• Experience installing underground electrical infrastructure
• Experience with cable pulling, cable support systems and cable terminations
• Experience installing earthing systems including earth grids and earth electrodes
• Experience with temporary power installations and construction power distribution
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, cable schedules and construction work packs
• Understanding of QA/QC requirements including ITPs, inspections and test documentation
• Ability to work safely within permit-controlled operating facilities
• High commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
• National Police Clearance

WHY JOIN ERTECH?

• Competitive remuneration
• Family friendly rosters
• Large pipeline of project work for career development and growth opportunities
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Annual FLU Vac’s
• Novated Lease
• Service Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

ABOUT BARROW ISLAND SITE

Barrow Island, located approximately 60 kilometres from the mainland and 139 kilometres west of the Port of Dampier, is home to Chevron’s Gorgon and WA Oil operations and hosts Western Australia’s largest oil and gas field.

On-site accommodation is excellent, offering meal services, gym facilities (mixed and separate gyms for men and women with various fitness classes), and sporting amenities including a football field, golf simulator, bike hire, two swimming pools, basketball and tennis courts, and a cricket pitch.

We have proudly supported Chevron’s Gorgon Project for over 15 years, offering you the chance to be part of a skilled, safety-focused team in a unique work environment.

OUR CULTURE

Join the Ertech Group – where our people drive our success. We are committed to an inclusive workplace, matching the right people to the right roles, and ensuring our teams are engaged, empowered, and rewarded. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of a supportive team, connect with new colleagues, and gain experience with an industry leader that puts safety first.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, culturally diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and Australian Defence Force veterans.  Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and bring your strengths to our team.

HOW TO APPLY

Click "Apply" on this job advertisement, which will direct you to Ertech's application portal. Simply follow the steps outlined on the portal to complete your application.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected team, build your skills, and contribute to one of Australia's premier resources projects.

*Please note: This role is being sourced through The Ertech Group directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.