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Electrician - Muchea WA

Australia UGL Approximately AUD $100,000–$140,000 per year, depending on experience, overtime, allowances and roster*
Job Description

UGL is seeking an Electrician for work in Muchea, Western Australia. The role typically requires an Australian electrical trade certificate, unrestricted Western Australian electrical licence, relevant industrial or commercial experience, and a strong understanding of electrical installation, maintenance, testing and fault-finding. Candidates should be able to read drawings, follow safety and quality procedures, use electrical test equipment and complete accurate documentation. Experience with industrial facilities, infrastructure or maintenance projects is advantageous. The successful candidate will be safety-focused, reliable, physically capable, comfortable working independently or in a team, and willing to meet site, medical, drug and alcohol screening requirements. A current driver's licence and relevant tickets may also be required.

Company Info

UGL is a major Australian engineering, construction and maintenance services company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers projects and operational support across transport, energy, resources, water, defence, public infrastructure and industrial facilities. The company employs a large workforce of engineers, tradespeople, project professionals and support staff throughout Australia and internationally. UGL provides services including design and engineering, construction, commissioning, asset maintenance, shutdowns and facilities management. Its work is often performed in safety-critical and technically complex environments, where compliance, reliability and teamwork are important. For employees, UGL commonly offers structured site procedures, training and development opportunities, and exposure to major infrastructure and industrial projects. Conditions for individual roles vary according to the project, location, employment arrangement, roster, qualifications and applicable industrial agreement.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities for electricians, especially in construction, mining, renewable energy, utilities, transport infrastructure, manufacturing and facilities maintenance. Muchea is a semi-rural area north of Perth, while Perth provides broader employment, housing, healthcare and entertainment options. Australian workplaces generally value punctuality, direct communication, practical skills, safety awareness and respect for diversity. The lifestyle includes outdoor recreation, beaches, sport and a relatively relaxed social culture, although housing and transport costs can be significant. Electricians usually need skills recognition and an Australian electrical licence; overseas workers should check requirements with the relevant Western Australian licensing authority before travelling. Possible visa pathways include employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas and regional or temporary programs, subject to occupation lists and eligibility. New arrivals should arrange a tax file number, bank account, Medicare eligibility or private health insurance, accommodation and a local driver's licence. Employer sponsorship does not guarantee permanent residency.

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