Full timeJob description:Acknowledgement of CountryCSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.Child safetyCSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs.The opportunityJoin CSIRO - Australia's National Science and Innovation AgencyLead installations and maintenance for complex antenna and power systemsWork at the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex!The Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex (CDSCC) supports ground-based spacecraft telecommunications as part of the National Aeronautic Space Administration (NASA) Deep Space Network (DSN). For more information on CDSCC, please visit: .Join CSIRO as an Electrical Technician, where you'll be at the forefront of installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex antenna and building power systems. You'll mentor apprentices, oversee routine maintenance, and handle high-voltage switchgear coordination. From fault diagnosis and system commissioning to managing external contractors and responding to incidents, your role will be impactful.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth operation of power and HVAC systems, and support projects with high voltage switching.Your duties will include:Perform maintenance and fault repair on power and HVAC systemsSupervise and mentor apprenticesPerform fault diagnosis of complex systems and installation/commissioning of complex systemsSupervise external routine maintenance contractors on siteRespond to faults, complaints and incident reportsLiaise with internal and external customers and staffUse established reporting tools and procedures to provide reports, as requested to the Facilities Team LeaderWrite HV switching sheets and conduct HV switching to support projects and scheduled maintenance as requiredLocation: Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex (CDSCC) Tidbinbilla, ACTSalary: AU$86,737 - AU$113,979 plus 15.4% superannuation, plus $128.66 weekly site allowance and $50.54 weekly Electricians Licence AllowanceTenure: IndefiniteReference: 97870To be considered you will need:Education/Qualifications: Electrical Trade QualificationOther Certifications: ACT Drivers Licence, White card, working with asbestos certification, Working with Silica-dust certification3 years' experience working in an industrial type of maintenance or operations environmentExperience with Microsoft Office productsDesirable Criteria:Advanced Diploma in Electrical EngineeringExperience with switching and coordination of high voltage switchgearAbility to undertake Working at Heights and Confined Spaces TrainingEWP and forklift LicenceWorking knowledge of Maximo and/or SAP business management systemsKnowledge of international Electrical voltages/frequencies and wiring standardsEligibilityApplications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements. As this site works directly with NASA and JPL, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Export Administration Regulations (EAR) clearance/approval.Flexible working arrangementsWe work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.Diversity and inclusionWe are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.About CSIROAt CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.Join us and start creating tomorrow today!How to applyPlease apply online and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.Applications close13 November 2024, 11:00pm AEDT#J-18808-Ljbffr