Electrical Engineer - Christmas Island

Electrical Engineer

Territory Executive 1 (TE1) | Christmas Island

Competitive Salary plus Allowances

Full-Time, Ongoing Vacancy

The Indian Ocean Territories Administration (IOTA) is currently seeking motivated, professional and suitably qualified individual to join our team as an Electrical Engineering Officer within the Indian Ocean Territories Power Service (IOTPS) based on Christmas Island. If you’ve been looking for a change of scenery, plus all the benefits of tropical living, this might be the opportunity for you!

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the development and implementation of project works, including new customer connections and major asset maintenance as required,
• Assisting in the development of maintenance regimes and planning activities,
• Leading the procurement and management of technical providers to deliver on a broad range of required power service outcomes,
• Providing day to day engineering and technical support to the electrical and power station teams, and Power Services Management
• Ensuring the safe and effective management of electrical, electronic DC and electrical auxiliary systems of IOT power stations, and
• Providing technical support for overhauls and projects on Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
• Developing safety policies & procedures in line with industry accepted standards.

About You

To be considered, applicants must possess:

• An Electrical Engineering Degree that would qualify for Professional Engineer membership of Engineers Australia, and
• A current ‘C’ class Driver’s Licence.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• demonstrated experience supporting in field or site-based teams in the power industry;
• ability to work autonomously and positively within a team, with demonstrated influencing ability;
• demonstrated experience in completing written records of maintenance, testing and inspection activities;
• demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to Work Health and Safety regulations, codes and specifications, specific to Electricity Supply Networks;
• experience in the application of safe work behaviours;
• experience living and working in a remote, cross-cultural setting (desirable).

The successful applicant will also be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to living within the idyllic backdrop of Christmas Island, the successful applicant will receive:

• Base salary of up to $127,014* per annum, plus
• Employer contribution to superannuation at 16% of base salary, plus
• District allowance payable, starting from $472.37 per fortnight, plus
• Generous leave entitlements, including 27 days annual leave, plus
• Relocation assistance if relocating to the Indian Ocean Territories, plus
• Annual return airfares assistance for you and eligible dependants to Perth, plus
• Heavily subsidised housing and motor vehicle if relocating to the Indian Ocean Territories

*Base salary of up to $132,095 at the commencement of the Indian Ocean Territories (Administration) Enterprise Agreement 2026.

How to Apply

To apply or request a copy of the Job Description which sets out the skills, qualifications and experience required to perform the duties of the role, email [email protected] quoting position number 118046.

Your application must include the following information:

• A current CV or resume, including your contact details
• A brief cover letter indicating why you are suitable for this role

Only applicants with valid Australian work-rights will be considered. The position does not offer sponsorship for work permits.

Please note, this position is not an Australian Public Service position. You will be employed under the Indian Ocean Territories (Administration) Enterprise Agreement 2018 or its successor. The Enterprise Agreement can be found via this link.

You can access additional information, such as the annual report or corporate plan, and information about the Indian Ocean Territories from our website.

Further Information

For further information regarding this position please contact Nick Ingwersen (Power Services Manager) on (08) •••• •111 or [email protected].

Questions about the application lodgement process should be directed to the Indian Ocean Territories Human Resources Team by emailing: [email protected].

Applications close 4.00pm (Christmas Island local time) (CXT) (UTC+7),

Friday 19 June 2026.