Lead Electrician & Crew Lead — Solar, EV & Builds

Benelec; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 sign-on bonus

Company vehicle with fuel card

ServiceM8 workflow setup

Ongoing training in solar, battery, EV

Real career progression

Job summary

Benelec Services is seeking an A-grade Electrician – Team Leader to run a small crew across residential, commercial, and maintenance jobs in Melbourne. You’ll supervise on-site teams, mentor apprentices, and act as the first point of contact for clients and builders, ensuring on-time delivery and quality work.

The role covers solar, EV installations, switchboard upgrades, and service work at McDonald’s stores, with a company vehicle and ServiceM8 workflow.

Qualifications

• A-grade electrical licence (Victoria) — non-negotiable.
• 3–5 years post-licence experience across residential and commercial.
• Experience leading a small crew or supervising apprentices.
• Full driver’s licence and Australian work rights.

Responsibilities

• Run a small on-site crew and keep jobs on track.
• Supervise and mentor apprentices; be first contact on site for clients and builders.
• Keep job cards, notes and photos up to date in ServiceM8.
• Ensure safety and quality standards across all jobs.
• Report progress, issues and variations to the Director.

Skills

Team leadership

Site supervision

Electrical trade knowledge

Education

A-grade electrical licence (Victoria)

Tools

ServiceM8

Job description

Benelec Services is seeking an A-grade Electrician – Team Leader to run a small crew across residential, commercial, and maintenance jobs in Melbourne. You’ll supervise on-site teams, mentor apprentices, and act as the first point of contact for clients and builders, ensuring on-time delivery and quality work.

The role covers solar, EV installations, switchboard upgrades, and service work at McDonald’s stores, with a company vehicle and ServiceM8 workflow.