We’re looking for a skilled Electrician to join our team. This role is focused on electrical systems for desalinators and marine water treatment equipment—no domestic work, just real-world technical challenges.

What You’ll Be Doing

Manufacturing and wiring control boxes
Testing and fault-finding electrical equipment
Installing and servicing marine electrical systems
Disconnecting/reconnecting components on vessels
Maintaining and repairing desalinators and water treatment units
Completing job cards, JSA’s, and service reports

What we offer

Work - Life balance, an early knock off on Fridays
Opportunity for overtime and away work in remote areas
All general tools, workwear and PPE supplied

What you’ll need

Current Unrestricted Electrical Licence (QLD)
Valid LVR & CPR certification
Ability to pass a police check
Permanent residency in Australia
Current C Class driver’s licence
Construction White Card

What We’re Looking For

Technical skills including knowledge of marine electrical systems
Ability to identify and resolve electrical faults and issues on various types of vessels
Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation
A proactive, ‘can-do’ attitude and willing to take on challenges
Strong teamwork and communication
Available to work overtime and travel when required
Confident interpreting and completing paperwork including JSA's, Job tickets, schematics and manuals.

About us

Northern Water is a locally owned business, we supply across Australia, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific region. We specialise in desalination, pumping, and filtration systems—manufacturing, installing and servicing high-quality water treatment equipment. Our clients include Defence, mining operations, councils, superyachts, commercial vessels, and remote communities.

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