• Oversee the University’s electrical infrastructure and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Provide technical support for critical electrical projects that impact campus-wide operations and sustainability goals.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $116,262 – $127,078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Campus Management oversees the planning, development, and maintenance of the University’s physical environment. Our team ensures that campus facilities are safe, efficient, and aligned with strategic objectives, supporting world-class teaching and research.

About the opportunity

• Manage electrical services across diverse campus facilities, including regional sites.
• Support major electrical projects by working with consultants and contractors and providing technical advice
• Contribute to energy efficiency initiatives and sustainability goals.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Extensive knowledge and application of Electrical Regulations such as (but not limited to) AS3000 and Office of Energy and Western Power requirements.
• Substantial knowledge of operation of high and low voltage sub-stations and switchgear.
• Substantial knowledge of electrical standards for building and construction, including electrical safety requirements.
• Practical knowledge of building management systems, vertical transport, communication and fire services. This includes in-ground fibreoptic assets.

Note: A High Voltage Licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  PD - Senior Technical Officer - Electrical (521973).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Geraldine Tan at geraldine.tan@uwa.edu.au - Please note, the University is shutdown from 19th December 2025 - 5 January 2026, any queries will be responded to upon our return. 

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 11 January 2026 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.