**About the position**
The Technical Officer - Electrical will provide electrical maintenance and minor capital works for Council including technical support for the management and maintenance of Muswellbrook Water and Wastewater's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, treatment works Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), pumping stations, and reservoir instrumentation and telemetry systems.
**About Muswellbrook**
Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.
The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.
Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.
It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger - we have space for you.
**About you**
- Licensed Electrician - Electrical supervisors certificate and ability to maintain licence.
- Relevant post-trade training.
- Relevant post -trade qualifications, e.g. Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent,
- Class C Driver's Licence
- Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (above).
- Demonstrated **[Developed]** key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (above).
**We offer**
- Permanent full time employment, 38 hours per week
- Salary from $_78,318_ to $_87,994_ per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation
- Training Courses + Professional Development
- Tools of Trade vehicle available for successful applicant
- 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
- Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family
**Further information and to apply**
To apply:
- Complete the- Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated.
- **Applications close o**n 21 March 2025 at 11:59pm.**
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