Switchboard Electrician

About the role

A well-established electrical switchboard manufacturing workshop in Unanderra, NSW is looking for an experienced Switchboard Electrician. This is a hands-on, workshop-based role with full accountability for the assembly, wiring, testing and manufacture of electrical switchboards, working closely with electrical engineers, technical specialists and fellow tradespeople.

Key responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical drawings and component layouts
• Drill, mount and wire switchboards to specification
• Perform final testing of completed switchboards
• Take ownership of building quality switchboards while working with engineers and technical specialists

Required profile

• Current Electrical Licence and White Card
• Experience building and wiring electrical switchboards
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Hands-on workshop experience in a manufacturing environment
• Own basic hand tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Required skills

• Busbar and heavy conductor experience
• Industrial electrical experience
• Control panel manufacturing experience
• Component layout, assembly, wiring and testing

What we offer

• Permanent full-time position with a competitive EBA Grade 5 rate of $50.73 per hour plus overtime
• Overtime opportunities of 50-58 hours per week
• Well-equipped workshop with extensive tooling and machinery
• Early start and finish times supporting work-life balance
• Additional training, tickets and accreditations supported where required