A- Grade Electrician

Searo; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Searo is seeking motivated A-Grade Electricians to join our team, with a strong pipeline of renewables and EV charging projects across Australia. Based in NSW, you’ll work on solar, battery systems and infrastructure, with opportunities for regional roading and periods living away from home.

You’ll bring a current A-Grade Electrical Licence, White Card, EWP and High-Risk ticket, plus the ability to read drawings, perform testing and commissioning, and maintain safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current A-Grade Electrical Licence required.
• White card, EWP and High-Risk ticket required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with safety focus.
• Experience in EV charging, renewables, or infrastructure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical install, testing and commissioning.
• Maintain, fault-find and troubleshoot solar and battery systems.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and specs.
• Identify and report defects or non-conformances.
• Work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Adhere to site safety, environmental and quality requirements.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Education

A-Grade Electrical Licence

Tools

White Card

EWP

High-Risk ticket

SAA Accreditation

Job description

The role:

Searo is seeking motivated A-Grade Electricians to join our growing team, with a strong pipeline of work across renewable energy and EV charging we're looking for electricians from a range of backgrounds to support projects across these areas.

You don't need to have experience across every sector. Whether your background is in major renewables, EV charging or battery systems, we're interested in hearing from you.

With projects commencing across Australia, we’re looking for A-Grade Electricians based in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide. Opportunities include metro-based projects as well as regional works requiring periods of living away from home.

Who are you?

• You have a Current A-Grade Electrical Licence
• You have a white card, EWP & High-Risk ticket
• Strong background in either EV installation, renewables or infrastructure
• Able to commit to periods of living away from home in regional areas for EV and solar farm projects as required
• You have strong communication and problem-solving skills with a commitment to safety
• Have a strong understanding of AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5033, and related standards
• SAA Accreditation preferred

Your everyday:

• Completing electrical install, testing and commissioning
• Performing maintenance, fault-finding and troubleshooting on solar and battery systems
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawing and specifications
• Identification and reporting of defects or non-conformances
• Working independently and managing competing priorities
• Adherence to all site safety, environmental, and quality requirements

A Career with us

At Searo, we know that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Searo.

• Forge pathways:We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead:From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well:A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social:People are the core of Searo. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of though fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction throughShine, championing veteran career transitions throughResolveand building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people withWamarra- helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.