Projects Electrician / Technician

Role Purpose

The purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality electrical installation, maintenance and repair work across commercial projects.

Projects Electricians / Technicians are expected to work safely and efficiently, interpret drawings and specifications accurately, support apprentices where required and contribute positively to overall project outcomes.

Tasks & responsibilities

Carry out electrical installations, wiring, testing and commissioning.

Read and interpret electrical drawings, plans and specifications.

Perform fault finding, troubleshooting and rectification.

Complete work efficiently, safely and to the required quality standard.

Maintain tools, equipment and materials responsibly.

Follow WHS requirements, Australian Standards and National Construction Code requirements.

Attend toolbox talks, pre-starts and safety meetings.

Maintain high installation standards and minimise defects and rework.

Support apprentices through practical training and mentoring.

Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members and other site stakeholders.

Take responsibility for allocated work and contribute to project productivity.

Represent the employer professionally across project sites.

The original position description identifies these duties as the core responsibilities of the role.

Key performance indicators

Performance in the role is assessed across:

Task efficiency and productivity.

Quality of work and defect rate.

Safety compliance.

Client satisfaction.

Technical problem solving.

Cost efficiency.

Mentoring and support of apprentices.

Compliance with electrical codes and standards.

Care and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Qualifications & licences

For deployment in Queensland, the role requires:

Current Queensland Electrical Licence, or eligibility to obtain the required licence.

Construction Induction / White Card.

Current CPR/LVR certification.

C Class Driver Licence.

International candidates may be considered subject to qualification verification, Australian skills recognition, applicable Queensland licensing requirements and work-right or visa eligibility.

Experience & skills

Minimum 2–3 years post-trade experience.

Strong technical electrical skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good understanding of electrical codes and standards.

Strong commitment to safe work practices.

Good communication skills.

Professional attitude and presentation.

Ability to follow drawings, specifications and project requirements accurately.

Employment conditions & remuneration

Full-time employment.

Indicative remuneration of $43–$47 per hour.

The higher end of the range generally reflects stronger commercial and industrial experience and greater ability to work independently.

Further employment conditions and project-specific requirements will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Important candidate note

This brief has been prepared by Job Capital for confidential candidate sourcing on behalf of a client.

The client’s identity and full employment terms will be provided to suitable shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

All opportunities remain subject to employer selection, Job Capital assessment, qualification and experience verification, applicable Australian licensing requirements and work-right or visa eligibility.