Electrician - Approx $3,500 per week

Workfast

Sydney

On-site

AUD 74,000 - 102,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate: $64+ super
Penalties
Long-term opportunity
Major infrastructure project

Job summary

Workfast is looking for RIW Electricians to join the Sydney Metro rail corridor projects in Sydney. You will work on major infrastructure sites and be part of established teams.

We require trade-qualified electricians with current RIW accreditation, NSW Electrical Licence, White Card, and experience on infrastructure or rail projects. Immediate start, 10–12 hour shifts, Monday to Friday, with a strong hourly rate of $64/hour plus super, allowances and penalties.

Qualifications

  • RIW accreditation required for on-site work.
  • Trade-qualified electricians with rail/infra experience preferred.
  • Must be able to hit the ground running on site.

Responsibilities

  • Installing and maintaining electrical systems on rail infrastructure
  • Cable pulling, termination, and conduit installation
  • Ensuring work complies with electrical and rail safety standards
  • Working from electrical schematics and construction plans
  • Liaising with site supervisors and other trades

Skills

RIW accreditation
Trade-qualified electricians

Education

Electrical Licence (NSW)
White Card

Job description

Workfast is looking for RIW Electricians to join the various Sydney Metro projects on the rail corridor.

We’re seeking trade-qualified electricians with current RIW accreditation who can hit the ground running on site.

Ideal candidates will have previous rail or large infrastructure experience and be comfortable working in a high-compliance environment.

What You Get

$64/hour + super + allowances + penalties

10-12 hour shifts, Monday to Friday

Work on a major infrastructure project

Long-term opportunity with well-established teams

What You Need

Electrical Licence (NSW)

Current RIW card

White Card

Previous experience on infrastructure or rail projects

Own hand tools and PPE

Available for immediate start

What You Will Be Doing

Installing and maintaining electrical systems on rail infrastructure

Cable pulling, termination, and conduit installation

Ensuring work complies with electrical and rail safety standards

Working from electrical schematics and construction plans

Liaising with site supervisors and other trades

About Us Workfast is a labour-hire company working with some of Australia's largest companies. We operate in all states of Australia and our employees work in all industries. When you join our team we make sure that you're looked after, paid well, and that we follow all Australian Fair Work standards.

Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from all people. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at any time of application.

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