Electrical Tester - Switchboards

Worthwhile Recruiting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual hourly rate $42- $45 dep on exp

Superannuation

National footprint

Job summary

Worthwhile Recruiting partners with a leader in Industrial Automation and Electrical Engineering in Sydney, Australia. We seek an Electrical Tester with switchboard experience to join the team.

The ideal candidate will have strong switchboard testing, schematic interpretation, and a commitment to safety and quality. Training is provided across the production cycle, from wiring switchboards on the factory floor to testing and PLC-related programming.

Qualifications

• Experience in building main switchboards, distribution boards and control panels.
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
• Must be safety conscious and promote a safe environment.
• Must be reliable with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical functionality testing on electrical panels per documentation.
• Inspect electrical control panels per schematic/BOM.
• Complete QC documentation.
• Programming of control boards and PLCs where required.

Skills

Switchboard testing

Schematic reading

Safety conscious

Quality workmanship

Reliability

Education

Electrical licence (preferred)

Trades qualified Electrical Fitter

Tools

PLC programming

VFD drives

Copper busbar handling

Job description

Our client is one of the leaders in Industrial Automation and Electrical Engineering Solutions supporting various sectors across industry.

An opportunity has become available for an Electrical Tester with switchboard experience to join their team.

The successful candidate ideally would have experience in PLC control panels and a strong command of the English language both verbal and written in order to liaise with clients and other stakeholders.

In order to understand their product and standards, a strong training plan is in place to induct you throughout all areas of the production cycle from wiring of switchboards on the factory floor before transitioning to the testing area and undertaking training at higher level.

The ideal candidate will be able to assist in establishing and implementing best work practices.

What do we need from you:

• Multi-task and prioritize activities
• Have the desire to learn and grow professionally within the role
• Must be safety conscious and the ability to promote a safe environment
• A high degree of maturity coupled with the desire to build out a long-term career with a large Australian owned business
• Strong knowledge of AS/NZS 61439, NSW Service and Installation Rules (SIR), and AS/NZS 3000

What experience/skill do you need:

• Electrical licence (preferred but not required)
• Trades qualified Electrical Fitter with strong experience in testing switchboards
• Experience in building main switchboards, distribution boards and control panels
• Experience in wiring of the boards and working with copper busbar
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams
• Takes pride in completing work to a high quality and standard attention to detail
• Be reliable & have a sound work ethic
• Perform electrical functionality testing on electrical panels per documentation
• Electrical troubleshooting aptitude
• Perform programming of control boards and VFD drives/loading of PLC programs
• Inspection of electrical control panels per schematic/BOM
• Complete QC documentation

What's in it for you:

• Casual hourly rate $42- $45 dep on exp + Super
• Work with a company with a national footprint

Interviews will be held immediately but only candidates with the relevant industry experience will be contacted.