A Grade Electrician - Defence & Maritime Projects Build the Future.
Delivering Australia's Next Generation of Capability.
Osborne, Adelaide SA
Full-time Opportunity
Shadbolt Group is seeking an experienced A Grade Electrician to join our Defence & Maritime team based in Osborne, South Australia.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex defence, industrial and infrastructure projects, delivering high-quality electrical installation, testing, commissioning and fault-finding activities within a safety-focused environment.
Reporting to the Defence & Maritime Engineering Manager, you will play an important role in supporting project delivery by ensuring electrical works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with Australian Standards, project specifications and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Install electrical equipment, switchboards, cable containment systems, cable trays, conduits and wiring systems.Install power, lighting, control and communications infrastructure.Interpret electrical drawings, schematics and construction documentation.Complete electrical fit-off, terminations, testing and commissioning activities.Undertake fault finding and rectification of electrical issues.Complete inspection and test records and maintain quality documentation.Support project milestones,



shutdowns and commissioning activities.Participate in toolbox meetings, pre-starts and safety activities.
About You:
Current South Australian A Grade Electrical Licence.Minimum 3 years' post-trade experience in industrial, infrastructure, defence or heavy construction environments.Strong knowledge of Australian electrical standards and legislation.Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.Commitment to safety, quality and delivering excellent workmanship.Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
Highly Desirable:
Defence industry experience.Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Baseline or higher).
Working at Heights, EWP or High Risk Work Licence.Current CPR/LVR certification.
Why join Shadbolt Group?
Shadbolt Group is an Australian engineering and manufacturing company delivering complex projects across the Defence, Infrastructure and Industrial sectors.
We are committed to building a skilled workforce and providing opportunities to work on significant Australian projects.
If you are an experienced A Grade Electrician looking for your next prospect within the Defence sector, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now to join the Shadbolt Group team.

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