Electrical Testers: LV/MV Switchgear Testing & Commissioning

LAI Group; South Australia; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Paid training courses

Site uniform

Employee Assistance Program

Private Health

Tradesmen allowance

Organised workplace

Job summary

LAI Group in South Australia is seeking experienced Electrical Testers to join our manufacturing sites in Ferryden Park and Beverly. The role focuses on testing LV/MV switchboards and switchrooms for large industrial or mining projects, with emphasis on safety and document control.

You will conduct functional and insulation testing, contribute to QA processes, and liaise with engineers and project managers to resolve design queries. Overtime and ongoing training are available to enhance skills.

Qualifications

• Experience testing or commissioning LV/MV switchboards and switchrooms.
• Solid understanding of AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 6143 and relevant standards.
• Ability to interpret Single Line Diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams and GA drawings.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment including multimeters, current injection sets and hi-pot testers.
• Experience creating and maintaining ITPs/ITRs and test documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical testing of LV and MV switchboards and switchrooms.
• Perform functional, continuity, insulation resistance and micro ohm testing.
• Carry out protection relay testing and verification.
• Conduct primary and secondary injection testing.
• Perform mechanical and electrical interlock testing.
• Verify control wiring functionality and PLC interfaces where applicable.
• Maintain project documentation, revision control and test records.

Skills

Electrical testing

AS/NZS standards knowledge

Diagram interpretation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

QLD Electrical Fitter Mechanic Licence (or equivalent)

Tools

Multimeters

Current injection test sets

Micro-ohm meters

Insulation resistance testers

Hi-Pot test sets

Job description

LAI Group in South Australia is seeking experienced Electrical Testers to join our manufacturing sites in Ferryden Park and Beverly. The role focuses on testing LV/MV switchboards and switchrooms for large industrial or mining projects, with emphasis on safety and document control.

You will conduct functional and insulation testing, contribute to QA processes, and liaise with engineers and project managers to resolve design queries. Overtime and ongoing training are available to enhance skills.