Electrician | Merivale

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff perks

Staff cellar

Parental leave

Career development

Merivale Academy training

Accreditation support

Wellbeing program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Merivale in Sydney is seeking a Licensed Electrician to join our Maintenance team on a full-time basis, supporting a fast-paced, high-volume portfolio of venues across iconic sites including ivy, Establishment and Coogee Pavilion.

You will perform electrical maintenance, fault finding and new installations, coordinate with venue teams and subcontractors, and ensure works meet regulatory standards to keep our venues running smoothly for guests and staff.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Electrical Licence is essential.
• Experience in electrical maintenance across commercial or multi-site environments.
• Strong testing and fault-finding abilities.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical maintenance, repairs and fault finding across Merivale venues.
• Support reactive repairs, planned maintenance and new installation works.
• Troubleshoot lighting, equipment, power and venue systems.
• Work with venue teams to resolve issues quickly and safely.
• Manage materials, stock levels and orders to complete works efficiently.
• Coordinate subcontractors for testing and servicing.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Collaborate with other trades to support broader venue needs.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

New installations

Regulatory compliance

LED lighting knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Current NSW Electrical Licence

Job description

At Merivale, people are at the heart of everything we do - a family-owned hospitality group with a portfolio of more than 90 venues across Australia. From iconic venues to unforgettable guest experiences, our diverse portfolio spans restaurants, bars, pubs, nightlife, and events, delivering exceptional moments for our guests every day.

Job Description

Merivale is looking for a Licensed Electrician to join our Maintenance team on a full-time basis, working across some of Sydney’s most iconic hospitality venues, including ivy, Establishment and Coogee Pavilion.

You will be part of a hands-on maintenance team supporting a fast-paced, high-volume portfolio of restaurants, bars, pubs, hotels and event spaces. From reactive repairs and fault finding to new installations and planned maintenance, this role offers plenty of variety and the chance to step outside a traditional electrical role.

If you enjoy problem-solving, working across different environments and being part of a team that keeps venues moving, this is a great opportunity to grow your career within one of Australia’s leading hospitality groups.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting into the Maintenance team, key responsibilities will include:

• Complete electrical maintenance, repairs and fault finding across Merivale venues.
• Support reactive repairs, planned maintenance and new installation works.
• Troubleshoot issues across lighting, equipment, power, venue systems and general electrical infrastructure.
• Work with venue teams and internal stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and safely.
• Manage materials, stock levels and orders required to complete works efficiently.
• Coordinate subcontractors where required, including testing, servicing and upkeep across premises.
• Maintain a strong understanding of regulatory compliance and ensure works are completed to standard.
• Work collaboratively with other trades across the Maintenance department to support broader venue needs.

Qualifications

The Essentials

• Current NSW Electrical Licence and Driver’s Licence.
• Experience in electrical maintenance, ideally across commercial or multi-site environments.
• Strong testing, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of LED lighting technology.
• Broad knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, time management and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience working in hospitality, retail, facilities or high-volume operational environments.

Additional Information

Merivale Employee Benefits

• Exclusive monthly perks, staff-only rewards and events.
• Merivale Staff Cellar – access to premium wines at staff pricing.
• Paid parental leave – with flexible return to work options.
• Unlimited career growth with endless development opportunities.
• Merivale Academy – online and in-person training, including Leadership, Guest Experience,F&B.
• Professional accreditation support – including Leadership and WSET qualifications.
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential wellbeing and mental health support, provided by Sonder.
• Employee Referral Program – earn rewards for bringing great people on board.