Workshop Electrician

MAAS Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Family-friendly hours

Employee benefits platform

Career growth potential

Awards and recognition

Job summary

JLE Group in Orange, NSW, is seeking a hands-on Workshop Electrician to join our Manufacturing & Hire division. You will fabricate, assemble, test, and maintain industrial electrical systems in a workshop setting, supporting high-quality equipment for major projects across construction, renewables, and data centres.

You will work with mechanical fitters and project teams to hit production targets while ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and WHS requirements.

Qualifications

• NSW Electrical Trade Qualification and NSW Electrical Licence required.
• Strong knowledge of AS/NZS 3000 and relevant industry standards.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or workshop environments.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings.
• White card (construction-industry safety) is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, and install electrical components in manufactured plant, equipment, and switchboards.
• Read electrical drawings, schematics, manufacturing plans, and diagrams.
• Perform workshop-based electrical installations on prefabricated structures, skids, panels, and modular builds.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance inspections and report corrective actions.
• Perform functional and safety testing per AS/NZS standards and document QA records.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Reading electrical diagrams

Switchboard wiring

Testing equipment operation

Proactive problem solving

Education

NSW Electrical Licence

Tools

Testing equipment

Power tools

Job description

Looking for a change of pace without compromising your career? JLE Group is seeking an experienced Workshop Electrician to join our Manufacturing & Hire division in Orange, NSW.

This is an exciting opportunity to take your electrical expertise into a workshop-based role working with high-quality High Voltage electrical equipment supporting major construction, renewable energy and data centre projects.

Why make the move to Orange?

Enjoy a more relaxed regional lifestyle, a welcoming community and a better balance between work and life, while continuing to build your career with an established and growing business.

If you’re ready for a fresh start, a new challenge and the opportunity to enjoy everything regional NSW has to offer, we’d love to hear from you!

About the role

This is a hands‑on workshop position focused on electrical fabrication, assembly, testing, and maintenance of industrial equipment, mobile plant components, and custom electrical systems.

You’ll work alongside mechanical fitters, boilermakers, and project teams to meet production targets while ensuring all electrical work meets Australian Standards and safety requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assemble, wire, and install electrical components for manufactured plant, equipment, and switchboards.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, manufacturing plans, electrical, architectural, and mechanical diagrams.
• Perform workshop-based electrical installations on prefabricated structures, skids, panels, and modular builds.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance inspections and report required corrective actions.
• Perform functional testing, continuity testing, and safety verification in accordance with AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3760, and relevant industry standards.
• Complete compliance documentation, test sheets, and QA records.
• Ensure all electrical work is completed in line with WHS policies, risk assessments, lockout/tagout requirements, and safe work procedures.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on workshop equipment, tools, machines, and plant components.
• Assist with continuous improvement activities in workshop electrical processes and manufacturing methods.
• Work alongside mechanical fitters, boilermakers, apprentices, and project teams to meet build deadlines.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to apprentices when required.
• Understand electrical specifications and electrical theory to determine job requirements.
• Plan appropriate layouts for electrical wires and wiring systems.
• Identify the right electrical equipment for a particular job.
• Ability to work in workshop environment including standing, lifting, and manual handling.
• Ability to safely operate power tools, hand tools, and testing equipment.

Benefits include:

• Competitive remunerationpackage.
• Family-focused hourssupporting work-life balance.
• Employee benefits platformwith retail, healthcare, gym, and novated leasing discounts.
• Long-term growth potentialwithin JLE Group and Maas Group Holdings.
• Monthly values awardsand employee recognition.
• Supportive workshop team environment.

What you’ll bring

• NSW Electrical Trade Qualification and current NSW Electrical Licence.
• Strong understanding of AS/NZS 3000 and relevant industry standards.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or workshop electrical environments.
• White card
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Proficiency in fault finding, diagnostics, and testing.
• Switchboard wiring and fabrication experience.
• Experience with mobile plant, fixed plant, or heavy industry builds.
• High Risk Work Licences (EWP, Forklift).

About JLE Group

Established in 2004 and now part ofMaas Group Holdings,JLE Group’s Manufacturing & Hire divisionspecialises in producing high-quality electrical equipment that powers construction, mining, and tunnelling projects across Australia.

For skilled workshop professionals, we offer consistent production work in a modern facility, cutting-edge equipment, and career stability backed by a secure project pipeline. Our focus on quality, safety, and innovation creates real opportunities within a collaborative manufacturing team.

If you’re ready for steady workshop work with great pay and team support, we’d like to hear from you.

For more information, please contact**@maasgroup.com.au