Purpose andImpact:Amentum has an exciting opportunity for a full-time position in the role of an experienced Electrician to join their team in the Alice Springs Office
The electrician position reports to theMaintenanceSupervisor with day-to-day activities overseen by the Senior Maintenance Officer. You will perform the electrical maintenance and repair of domestic switchboards and equipment on residential propertiesin Alice Springs.Occasional overtime and callouts will berequired
Work Schedule:Monday toThursday0730- 1600Hrsand Friday 0730-1330Hrs(38 hour week)
EssentialResponsibilities:
Maintenance tasks including programmed (planned) maintenance or repairs asrequired
Perform fault finding asrequired
Repair and replace faulty wiring and defectivepartsas necessary.
Connect electrical systems to power supply.
Test continuity of circuits.
Perform tasks for project type work asrequired
Liaise with others to notify and organize tasks to be undertaken asrequired
Ensure equipment ismaintained to operate in a safe mannerin accordance withASNZ:3000.
Report any incidents to management as a priority.
Use computer systems to record and plan work tasks.
Work as part of a team.
Assistin other areas of facilities and maintenance from time to time asrequired
Ensuresafety is an integral part of everyday activities.
Perform other duties as directed by the Vesta management team.
Qualifications:
Minimum Essential
Trade Qualification – Cert III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Demonstrated 3-5 years’ experience in construction and domestic maintenance work
Ability to be the Nominee for the company Electrical ContractorsLicence This requires either completion ofa NTContractors examination (or willing to do so) orhavebeen a nominee on an NT ContractorsLicencein the past 3 years.
Ability to work within a team environment
Ability to work professionally with minimal supervision.
Good interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
Good communicationskills – verbal and written
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and successfully complete assigned tasks
Demonstrated ability toidentifyandanalyseissues and develop solutions to problems
Desirable
CPR/Low voltage rescue
First Aid Certificate.
Training inappropriate safetyprocedures (i.e., Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights, Electrical Safety, Personal Protective Equipment, Lockout/Tagout, Working in Trenches etc.).
NT Work safeHigh RiskWork – Boom type Elevated Work Platformlicence
TICKETS AND LICENCES
Minimum Essential
Current Driver’s License
Desirable
HR Driver’s License
Minimum Years of Experience:
At least 3 years’ experience as a trade qualified electrician.
Required Certifications:
Trade qualification inan appropriatebuildingtrade
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
Alice Springs climate ranges from cold winters to hot summers. Electrician activities include indoor and outdoor works in varying conditions. Activities include working in roof cavities and on roofs in these conditions.
EHS Requirement
All Vesta personnelare responsible forunderstanding andcomplying withallsiteenvironmental, health and safety requirements. While Vestais responsible forproviding a safe workplace andis responsible forensuring compliance with requirements of the JDFPG Handbook, each personis responsible for
Completing worktaskin a safe manner
Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/orVestaPMO/EHS Manager
Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the JDFPG Handbook during the performance of their work
Red-Carding a Job - Employee right and responsibility to “STOP WORK” if a job is unsafe orpossessa danger to the environment
Statement of Work Requirement
At least 18 years of age.
Able to fluently read, write and speak English
Clearance Required: It is a condition of employment at JDFPG that employees obtain andretaintheappropriate levelof security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each roleThe employee will require a NV-1/SECRET Department of Defense Security Clearance (Australian) or SSBI (U.S.) clearance.
QUALITY REQUIREMENT
Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfactionIt is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectationsAccordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Program and carry out job activities in compliance with the Quality System documents and customer contractsEach employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE
Each employee must read,understandand implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policiespertaining totheir job.
Compensation Details:
AUS: $40.00 - $51.00
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
05/15/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters

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