Electrical Fitter

Vertex Power & Process; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Power & Process is seeking an experienced Electrical Fitter to join our Broken Hill service team, supporting pump and generator installations, testing and maintenance across regional NSW, VIC and SA.

You will diagnose faults, read electrical schematics, and perform commissioning of control panels and solar pumping systems, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, documentation and customer service in a field and workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years industrial electrical/mechanical experience.
• Experience with pump systems, generators or wastewater infrastructure preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing, termination, commissioning and fault diagnosis of pump and motor systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults in electrical systems associated with pumps and generators.
• Fault find, test and commission control panels and wastewater pump stations.
• Provide breakdown response and preventative maintenance across regional NSW, VIC, and SA.

Skills

Industrial electrical

Fault finding

Read schematics

Autonomous worker

Team communication

Education

Trade qualified electrician

Tools

VSDs

Soft starters

Protection relays

Automation systems

Job description

The Electrical Fitter is a trade qualified responsible for the testing, installation, commissioning, fault diagnosis, and maintenance of electrical systems associated with industrial pumps and generator equipment. Based at VTX Group's Broken Hill facility, this role supports both workshop and field operations across regional NSW, VIC, and SA. The position plays a critical role in ensuring reliable operation, compliance, and performance of pumping and power generation systems used in mining and municipal wastewater applications. The Electrical Fitter works both independently and as part of a broader service team, delivering high-quality technical outcomes while maintaining strong safety, documentation, and customer service standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing, termination, commissioning and fault diagnosis of pump and motor systems
• Conduct insulation resistance testing, phase rotation checks, and motor validation
• Diagnose and repair faults in electrical systems associated with pumps and generators
• Fault find, test and commission control panels and wastewater pump stations
• Work with VSDs, soft starters, protection relays and automation systems
• Carry out generator diagnostics, load testing and performance verification
• Install, maintain and repair electrical systems across workshop and onsite environments
• Perform installation and repair of solar-powered pumping systems
• Provide breakdown response and preventative maintenance across regional NSW, VIC, and SA
• Conduct electrical compliance testing of rental fleet equipment to AS/NZS standards

Candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical with drug & alcohol tests as part of the recruitment process.

About you

• Minimum 3+ years industrial electrical/mechanical experience
• Experience in pump systems, generators or wastewater infrastructure preferred
• Strong industrial electrical fault-finding and diagnostic capability
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• High attention to detail in testing, reporting and compliance
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
• Commitment to safety and adherence to WHS standards
• Current driver's licence

Vertex Power & Process are leaders in delivering power distribution services to the utilities, mining and renewable sectors. Our team specialise in the construction, commissioning and maintenance of high voltage systems. With a strong regional presence and commitment to service excellence, we partner with clients to maintain and grow critical infrastructure.