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

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Electrician

Hays 📍 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 📍 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 📍 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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Electrical Supervisor

Hays 📍 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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Maintenance Electrician

Hays 📍 West Melbourne, Melbourne Not specified

Are you a highly skilled maintenance fitter with experience within the FMCG industry? Your new company My client is one of Australia's largest food manufacturers, operating a highly automated meat pro...

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FIFO Electrician

Hays 📍 Perth, Perth Region Contract

Enjoy consistent family-friendly rosters, casual loading, weekly pay and long-term opportunities. Your new company Join a leading national recruitment partner servicing some of Australia's largest min...

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Auto Electrician

Hays 📍 Australia Permanent

Auto Electrician | 7/7 roster | Competitive rates bonuses | Camp & meals provided | Career progression Your new company Our client is a leading mining services provider with a strong presence across ...

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Project Engineer - Electrical

Hays 📍 Brisbane CBD, Brisbane Contract

Deliver cutting-edge remote operations and electrical infrastructure projects. Your New Company Join a leading resources organisation delivering innovative technology and infrastructure projects that ...

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Electrical Project Manager

Hays 📍 Australia Not specified

Lead electrical mining projects from concept to commissioning while enjoying a 5:2 roster Your new company Our client is a leading Australian resources organisation with a strong commitment to operati...

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FIFO Electrician – APPLY NOW

Hays 📍 Perth, Perth Region Contract

FIFO Electrician - Camp Maintenance roles available Your new company We are seeking a skilled and experienced Camp Maintenance electrician to join our casual pool. This FIFO role involves maintaining ...

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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.