Leading Hand Electrician – Industrial & Agricultural
$55–$65 per hour + penalty rates + profit share | Company vehicle | Toowoomba
Proudly recognised as the
**** Toowoomba Small Business of the Year for Property, Construction and Development
, ST8 Wide Electrical has provided dependable electrical solutions across Toowoomba and the Darling Downs since ****.
We specialise in agricultural and industrial electrical work, including feed mills, processing facilities, pumping systems, telemetry, automation and control systems.
We're looking for an experienced
Leading Hand Electrician
who can lead from the front, support our tradespeople and apprentices, and help deliver quality work safely and efficiently.
This is a hands-on position suited to someone who takes pride in their work, communicates well and enjoys helping a team perform at its best.
What's in It for You?
$55–$65 per hour
, depending on experience
Penalty rates and profit-sharing opportunities
Fully maintained company vehicle
Immediate start available
Employer-funded training and upskilling
Variety across industrial, agricultural, automation and pumping projects
Standard hours of
7:00 am–3:30 pm Monday to Thursday
Early finish at
1:30 pm on Fridays
TOIL available for approved additional hours
The opportunity to take ownership of projects and grow with the business
Occasional overtime, weekend work and participation in a rotating on-call roster will be required.
About the Role
As Leading Hand Electrician, you will work alongside the team while helping coordinate the safe and efficient delivery of daily site activities.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and coordinating electricians and apprentices on site




Planning daily work and allocating tasks across the team
Completing industrial and agricultural installations, maintenance and breakdown work
Troubleshooting and resolving electrical faults
Monitoring workmanship, productivity and project progress
Ensuring work is completed safely and in accordance with relevant standards
Communicating with clients, supervisors and the operations team
Identifying materials, equipment and labour requirements
Maintaining accurate job notes, timesheets and project records
Mentoring apprentices and supporting the development of less-experienced team members
Identifying potential variations, delays or site issues early
Taking ownership of jobs from commencement through to completion
Participating in the rotating after-hours on-call roster
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who:
Has solid commercial, industrial or agricultural electrical experience
Can confidently lead a small team while remaining hands-on
Takes ownership and follows jobs through
Communicates clearly with clients, apprentices and management
Has strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Can plan, prioritise and manage changing site requirements
Maintains high standards of workmanship and attention to detail
Demonstrates initiative and a proactive attitude
Is reliable,



accountable and committed to working as part of one team
Has a strong commitment to safety and company procedures
Previous supervisory or leading-hand experience is preferred; however, we would also consider an experienced electrician who is ready to take the next step into leadership.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must hold:
Current Queensland Electrical Mechanic Licence
Current Queensland driver licence
Construction Industry White Card
Current CPR and LVR qualifications
Australian working rights
Desirable Qualifications
The following qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential:
Hazardous Area certification
Industrial automation, PLC, VSD or telemetry experience
HR truck licence
Confined Space and Gas Testing certification
EWP licence—under and over 11 metres
Forklift licence
Excavator licence
Our Culture
Our vision is to be the region's most trusted leader in innovative irrigation and electrical solutions.
Our team values:
Built for the Future
– We embrace training, innovation and better ways of working.
Attention to Detail and Excellence in Delivery
– We take pride in delivering protected, efficient and consistently high-quality work.
Respectful, Reliable and Unified
– We are accountable, hardworking and committed to creating a positive and enjoyable workplace.
If you're an experienced electrician who wants greater responsibility, the opportunity to lead a capable team and a role where your contribution is recognised, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply through SEEK with your résumé and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📌 Leading Hand Electrician (Toowoomba)
🏢 ST8 Wide Electrical
📍 Toowoomba