ANZSCO 312312Updated 2026-01-29

Electrical Engineering Technician

National shortage level: High

ANZSCO 312312OSCA 313232

Snapshot

Median pay: AUD 130k

Weekly earnings: AUD 2500

Salary range: AUD 117k-AUD 143k

Job ads trend: Not listed

Time to hire: Varies

Visa pathways: Check eligibility

State distribution

24.9%

NSW

22.3%

QLD

21%

VIC

Education mix

54.5%

certificate iii/ iv

19.7%

advanced diploma/ diploma

9.9%

bachelor degree

Role overview

Electrical Engineering Technicians conduct tests of electrical systems, prepare charts and tabulations, and assist in estimating costs in support of Electrical Engineers and Engineering Technologists.

What you do

• Collects data, performs tests and calculations, graphs results, and prepares charts and tabulation.
• Estimates materials, costs and quantities.
• Inspects designs and finished products for compliance with specifications and regulations.

Core skills

Credentials & pathway

Recommended level: certificate iii/ iv (54.5%)

Recent job ads

No ads listed yet.

Tasks

• Assembles, installs, tests, modifies and repairs electrical equipment and installations to conform with regulations and safety requirements.
• Assists with research and experimentation programs.
• Collects data, performs tests and calculations, graphs results, and prepares charts and tabulation.

Earnings

Weekly median: AUD 2500

Annual median: AUD 130k

Range: AUD 117k-AUD 143k