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Electrician

Australia UGL Approximately AUD $90,000–$130,000 per year, or about AUD $45–$65 per hour, depending on experience, project allowances, overtime and roster arrangements.*
Job Description

The Electrician role with UGL involves installing, maintaining, testing and repairing electrical systems, equipment and infrastructure, potentially across industrial, rail, utilities, resources or commercial projects. Applicants generally need a recognised Australian electrical trade qualification, an unrestricted electrical licence, relevant industry experience and strong knowledge of electrical safety standards. The role may require interpreting drawings, fault-finding, completing maintenance records and working effectively with other trades. Candidates are expected to follow UGL’s safety and quality procedures, communicate clearly, work reliably in changing site conditions and maintain a high standard of workmanship. Depending on the project, travel, rostered work, medical assessments, drug and alcohol screening, and additional tickets or inductions may be required.

Company Info

UGL is an Australia-based engineering, construction and maintenance company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers complex services across transport, rail, energy, water, resources, defence, communications and industrial infrastructure. Its work ranges from designing and constructing major assets to providing long-term operations, maintenance and asset-management services. UGL employs engineers, project professionals, technicians and skilled tradespeople across Australia and supports both metropolitan and regional projects. The company promotes safety, teamwork, technical capability and sustainable delivery, with many roles requiring employees to work on customer sites, in workshops or on large infrastructure projects. For electricians, UGL can offer exposure to varied electrical systems, large-scale assets and structured site procedures, although duties, rosters and employment conditions differ between contracts and locations.

Destination Guide

Australia offers steady opportunities for qualified electricians in construction, infrastructure, rail, mining, renewable energy, manufacturing and facilities maintenance. Demand is often strongest in Western Australia, Queensland, New South Wales and the Northern Territory, including regional and FIFO projects. Workplace culture is generally practical, safety-focused and relatively informal, with emphasis on punctuality, teamwork and clear communication. Lifestyle ranges from busy coastal cities to quieter regional communities, with a high cost of living in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Overseas electricians usually need skills assessment, an appropriate visa and Australian electrical licensing; overseas qualifications do not automatically permit electrical work. Employer-sponsored, skilled and working-holiday pathways may be available, subject to current immigration rules. Before relocating, budget for housing, transport, licensing fees, medical checks and insurance, and confirm the required state or territory licence with the relevant electrical regulator.