Electrician

Melbourne Permanent / Full Time

Originally hailing from Merseyside, Daniel is a seasoned senior recruitment consultant with deep roots in the construction industry. Starting his career hands-on in the trade, he quickly developed a strong understanding of the demands and dynamics of life on site. Over the past nine years living in New Zealand, he transitioned into recruitment, where he successfully partnered with clients across the civil, build, and infrastructure sectors, earning a reputation for his practical insight, reliability, and people-first approach.After recently relocating to Melbourne, Daniel brings a wealth of industry knowledge and international experience to the Australian market. His ability to connect skilled professionals with the right projects, while understanding both client needs and candidate aspirations makes him a trusted advisor.

Recruiter :
Daniel James

Daniel James
  • Full-time position with stable project work
  • Paid overtime and above-award rates and qauartely bonuses
  • On-call allowance included for after-hours support
About the Role

Join a leading global renewable energy company as an Electrician supporting a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project. You'll be responsible for maintenance, fault finding, commissioning, and performance monitoring of large-scale battery systems and associated electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out inspection, maintenance, and testing of BESS infrastructure, including battery modules, inverters, HVAC systems, and switchgear
  • Troubleshoot electrical and communication faults across battery management systems (BMS), SCADA, and protection systems
  • Support commissioning, energisation, and performance verification of battery assets
  • Monitor and report asset condition and system performance through field and SCADA-based tools
  • Maintain strict adherence to site safety protocols and environmental standards, including LOTO and job hazard analysis
  • Assist in technical documentation, work orders, and compliance reporting
Requirements
  • Unrestricted A-Grade Electrical Licence
  • HV Switching ticket, White Card, First Aid/LVR
  • 2+ years’ experience in electrical maintenance (power, industrial, or renewables)
  • Experience with SCADA, BMS, and high-voltage systems preferred
Benefits
  • Competitive rates and allowances
  • Opportunity to work on industry-leading BESS technology
  • Global company with strong project pipeline
  • Training and long-term career prospects
How to Apply To express interest, please submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Suitable candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.

Referral reward: $300

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