UGL

E&I Technician - Hazardous Areas

UGL  •  $36k/yr  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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E&I Technician - Hazardous Areas-266484

Join UGL in Supporting Australia’s Defence Capability

As a trusted partner in the Defence Industry, UGL plays a significant role in supporting the Australian Defence Force across more than 100 locations nationwide. Our expertise spans operations and maintenance, asset management, and fuel supply services—ensuring we deliver safely, effectively, and sustainably.

As our scope of works increases and strengthens, we are seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation / Hazardous Area Technician to join our Operations & Maintenance team at RAAF Townsville in NQLD.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside a progressive UGL team and Defence personnel while enjoying the benefits of working with a leading tier service provider.

The Role – E&I Technician – Hazardous Areas

Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, you will be based at RAAF Townsville supporting surrounding locations in the NQLD region, with occasional regional travel.

You will be a part of a core crew of UGL technicians. These duties will include, but not limited to;

  • Perform scheduled electrical & Instrumentation, maintenance and service of fuel installation assets and equipment
  • Diagnostics and repair in a breakdown environment of fuel related assets and equipment
  • Electrical Project work as required on the fuel installation and related assets and equipment
  • Support subcontracted work packages as required
  • Support various sites in the region, with the occasional requirement to travel throughout QLD.

As a E&I Technician, you will:

  • Be a strong team player, a self-starter and dedicated employee that will draw on your experience and diverse skills to deliver high quality outcomes for UGL and our customer

  • E & I Certification and A-grade electrical licence with relevant post trade experience

  • Experience in Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas / (EEHA) trained essential
  • Proven experience working in fixed plant maintenance, ideally fuel services or Oil & Gas
  • Confined space and working at heights tickets will be highly regarded
  • Safety is at the forefront of everything you do!
  • Currently hold, or ability to obtain appropriate Defence Security Clearance

The Rates:

New Rates as of 1st July 2025 - Maintenance Trades (Electrical)

  • Level 1 - $45.74 p/h + Super - Plus Licence Allowance (50.40 Weekly) & Tool Allowance ($36.43 Weekly)
  • Level 2 - $49.34 p/h + Super - Plus Licence Allowance (50.40 Weekly) & Tool Allowance ($36.43 Weekly)
  • Level 3 (Dual Trade) - $52.95 p/h + Super - Plus Licence Allowance (50.40 Weekly) & Tool Allowance ($36.43 Weekly)

What We Offer

This is a chance to join UGL as a full-time employee, on a long-term contract. Be a part of a strong team who are passionate about facilitating the delivery of National Security in Australia.

  • Competitive hourly rates with market leading company benefits
  • Long-term opportunity, with locational stability; work close to home for as long as you want!!
  • Work with a great crew of people from UGL and the Defence
  • Love coming to work every day and be a part of something bigger!

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.

Ready to join us? Submit your application by applying to the advert and completing the screening questions.

Job reference: 266484

Discipline

Technician

Primary Location

Australia-QLD-Townsville & Northern QLD

Work Type

Full-time
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About UGL

UGL is CIMIC Group's specialist end-to-end engineering, services and operations provider. We have a rich history dating back to 1899 and since then we have grown to be a market leader in many of the sectors in which we operate.

Working with some of the most important companies and governments in Australia and globally, we help to play a role in people’s lives every day.

We keep Australia moving through our transport manufacturing, maintenance and operations offering, and we support the energy sector through our renewables, power generation, resources and transmission operations.

We are helping to shape the country through our major infrastructure projects across Australia and we’re preparing for the future with our new energy, Defence, telecommunications and technology expertise.

We are passionate about our 9000+ people and keeping them safe. We’re experts in what we do, and our in-house engineering team ensures we can provide a true end-to-end outcome for our customers.

With projects, operations and offices throughout the country, our footprint means we are involved in communities across Australia, providing expertise for our customers and employment and career opportunities for all Australians.

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Industry
Architecture & Engineering
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
North Sydney, AU
Year Founded
1899
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