Electrician Salary in Australia

Comprehensive salary information for Electrician positions in Australia, Western Australia

Average Electrician Salary

$100,000 / year
Salary Range: $70,000 - $160,000
Industry: Trades
Market Demand: Very High
Growth Rate: Strong growth
Remote Work: Not typically available

Salary by Experience Level

Experience Level Salary Range
Entry Level (0-2 years) $60,000
Mid Level (3-5 years) $95,000
Senior Level (6+ years) $130,000

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Current Electrician Jobs in Australia

Showing 10 current Electrician opportunities:

Electrician (General)- Solar & Battery Installer

Generate Solar πŸ“ Menai, Sutherland Area πŸ’° $104k Full-time, Permanent

Generate Solar is a Sydney-based solar, battery and EV charging specialist, delivering high-quality renewable energy solutions across Greater Sydney. Based in Menai, the company focuses on safety, qua...

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Electrician

Hays πŸ“ Gold Coast Region, Queensland Permanent

Qualified electricians wanted for local roles offering consistent labour hire and permanent opportunities. Your new company Hays Recruitment is a leading agency in Australia’s Trades and Labour sector...

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Electrician

Hays πŸ“ Adelaide, Adelaide Region Not specified

Construction Electrician | Defence Project Northern Suburbs of Adelaide | Above-Award Rates Overtime Available Hays Trades & Labour are currently seeking experienced Construction Electricians for a p...

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Electrician

Hays πŸ“ Cairns Region, Queensland Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a Maintenance Electrician for a permanent 7/7 roster. Your new company Our client is aLong-established mining operation located at Mt Carbine, approximately 120kmNorth of Cairns in Far ...

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Electrician

Hays πŸ“ Brisbane CBD, Brisbane Not specified

Seeking experienced Electricians! YourNew Company This privatelyoperated site near Dajarra is part of a growing phosphate mining projectfocused on safe and efficient mineral processing. Due to increas...

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Commercial Electrician

Novalux Electrical Contractors Pty πŸ“ Melbourne, Melbourne Region Full-time, Permanent

Summary: We are seeking a skilled Commercial Electrician to join our team in the project management electrical and communications sector. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintain...

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Electrical Engineer

Vanuatu Police πŸ“ East Brisbane, Brisbane Full-time, Permanent

Summary: We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing electrical systems and equipment. The i...

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Electrical Estimator

Hays πŸ“ Australia Full-time, Permanent

Electrical Estimator | an award-winning industrial engineering business delivering complex projects Your new company Join an award-winning engineering company based in Wodonga, Victoria on a full-time...

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Electrical Supervisor

Hays πŸ“ Australia Contract

Senior Electrician / Supervisor Role in Mackay. Long Term. Great Rates. ASAP Start. Mon - Fri! Your new company Our client is a well-established electrical services provider supporting a diverse range...

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Electrical Modeller

KBR, Inc. πŸ“ Melbourne, Melbourne Region Full-time, Permanent

Title: Electrical Modeller As an Electrical Designer/Modeller , you will play a key role in the design and delivery of one of Australia's largest and most significant rail infrastructure projects. Wor...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Electrician Salaries

How much does an Electrician earn in Australia?
The average electrician salary in Australia is about $100,000 per year. Entry-level roles typically start around $60,000, mid-career sits near $95,000, and senior positions reach $130,000. The full range across the country runs from roughly $70,000 to $160,000.
How much do electricians earn in Perth and WA?
Western Australia is the outlier: FIFO maintenance electricians on resources rosters commonly earn $130,000-$160,000 with accommodation and flights provided, well above the national metropolitan average.
What qualifications do you need to be an electrician?
A Certificate III in Electrotechnology completed as a four-year apprenticeship, followed by a state electrical licence. In WA that licence is issued by the Building and Energy division and is required to work unsupervised.
Is electrician a good career in Australia?
Demand is currently rated very high with strong growth expected. Western Australia is the outlier: FIFO maintenance electricians on resources rosters commonly earn $130,000-$160,000 with accommodation and flights provided, well above the national metropolitan average.