Electrician - New Residential

Powerplus Newcastle; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle + Fuel card

Above award pay

Consistent work across new residential

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

PowerPlus Newcastle is seeking a skilled Electrician for New Residential projects in Newcastle, NSW. You will perform electrical rough-ins, fit-offs and commissioning across new home builds, reading plans and ensuring compliance with Australian standards.

Ideal candidates have a current Australian electrical licence, experience in residential installations, and can work independently or with a team. The role offers ongoing residential work with career development and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Current Australian electrical licence.
• Experience with residential electrical installations, preferably new home construction.
• Experience with rough-ins, fit-offs and switchboard installations.
• Ability to read and interpret residential electrical plans.
• Good understanding of Australian electrical standards and installation requirements.
• Competent in using electrical tools and testing equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills with builders, site supervisors and other trades.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical rough-ins and fit-offs on new residential homes.
• Install electrical wiring, switchboards, lighting, power points and other electrical fixtures.
• Install and connect appliances, smoke alarms, exhaust fans and other residential electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret residential electrical plans and construction drawings.
• Install and terminate cables, conduits and electrical accessories in accordance with project specifications.
• Complete electrical testing, fault finding and commissioning of new installations.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant Australian Standards, electrical regulations and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with builders, site supervisors and other trades to ensure work is completed in line with construction schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Complete all required testing documentation, job sheets and compliance certificates.
• Identify and communicate any site issues or variations that may affect project delivery.

Skills

Read/interpret plans

Fault finding

Independence

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Communication skills

Safety adherence

Education

Electrical Licence (Australia)

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Electrician - New Residential – Newcastle, NSW

About the role

PowerPlus is seeking a skilled, reliable and motivated Electrician for New Residential Houses to join our growing team in Newcastle and the Hunter region.

This role will primarily focus on new residential construction, working across a variety of new home builds. You will be responsible for all aspects of residential electrical installations, from initial underground conduit installation through to rough-in, fit-off, testing and final commissioning.

We are looking for an electrician who takes pride in their workmanship, has a strong eye for detail and can work independently while contributing positively to a team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company with consistent residential work and opportunities for ongoing development.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out electrical rough-ins and fit-offs on new residential homes.
• Install electrical wiring, switchboards, lighting, power points and other electrical fixtures.
• Install and connect appliances, smoke alarms, exhaust fans and other residential electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret residential electrical plans and construction drawings.
• Install and terminate cables, conduits and electrical accessories in accordance with project specifications.
• Complete electrical testing, fault finding and commissioning of new installations.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant Australian Standards, electrical regulations and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with builders, site supervisors and other trades to ensure work is completed in line with construction schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Complete all required testing documentation, job sheets and compliance certificates.
• Identify and communicate any site issues or variations that may affect project delivery.

What we're looking for

• Current Australian electrical licence.
• Previous experience in residential electrical installations, preferably new home construction.
• Experience with electrical rough-ins, fit-offs and switchboard installations.
• Ability to read and interpret residential electrical plans.
• Good understanding of Australian electrical standards and installation requirements.
• Competent in using electrical tools and testing equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills when dealing with builders, site supervisors and other trades.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.
• Current driver's licence

What we offer

• Vehicle + Fuel card
• Above award pay
• Consistent work across new residential construction projects.
• Opportunity to work with an established and growing electrical contractor.
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.

If you're a motivated electrician who takes pride in delivering quality residential electrical work, we'd love to hear from you.