A Grade Electrician – Solar, Battery & Residential Construction

About the Role

TLY Electrical is seeking an experienced and motivated A Grade Electrician to join our team on a full-time basis, working across Melbourne. This is an opportunity to join a growing electrical contractor delivering high-quality projects across solar PV, battery storage and residential construction.

The successful candidate will be a skilled and dependable electrician who takes pride in their workmanship, communicates professionally and is capable of managing electrical works from commencement through to completion.

The role offers a diverse range of work, including solar and battery installations, new homes, renovations, extensions, switchboard upgrades and general residential electrical installations.

Key Responsibilities

- Installation, commissioning, testing and fault-finding of solar PV systems
- Installation and integration of battery energy storage systems
- Electrical installations for new homes, renovations and extensions
- Completing residential rough-ins, fit-offs, testing and commissioning
- Installation, upgrade and modification of switchboards and associated protection equipment
- Installation of lighting, power, appliances, data and electrical infrastructure
- AC and DC electrical works associated with solar and battery installations
- Installation and commissioning of EV charging and energy-management systems
- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, construction plans, specifications and manufacturer documentation
- Electrical testing, fault-finding and rectification works
- Planning and coordinating works to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to a high standard
- Liaising professionally with clients, builders, supervisors, suppliers and other trades
- Supervising and providing guidance to apprentices where required
- Completing required electrical documentation and job records
- Ensuring all work complies with applicable Australian Standards,



Victorian regulations and manufacturer requirements
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship, site presentation and workplace safety

About You

To be successful in this position, you will have:
- Current Victorian A Grade Electrical Licence
- Demonstrated experience in residential construction and electrical installation work
- Strong knowledge of residential wiring, switchboards, electrical protection and testing
- Ability to confidently complete rough-in, fit-off, testing and commissioning works
- Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to work independently and take responsibility for projects from start to completion
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings and construction plans
- Solid attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Professional communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work effectively with builders, clients, apprentices and other trades
- Current Victorian driver's licence
- Ability to work safely at heights where required
- A strong understanding of and commitment to workplace health and safety

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following will be highly regarded:
- Solar PV installation and commissioning
- Battery energy storage systems
- Relevant solar and battery accreditation or training
- New home and high-end residential construction
- Renovations and extensions
- Three-phase electrical installations
- Switchboard upgrades
- EV charger installations
- Inverter and battery commissioning
- Energy-management systems

What We Offer





TLY Electrical is committed to providing a professional and supportive working environment where quality tradespeople have the opportunity to develop their skills and progress within the business. The successful candidate will receive:
- Fully maintained work vehicle and fuel card
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and capability
- Full-time, ongoing employment
- A strong pipeline of residential construction, solar and battery projects
- Exposure to a diverse range of electrical and renewable-energy installations
- Training and professional development opportunities in solar, battery storage and emerging electrical technologies
- Opportunities to take ownership of projects and progress into greater levels of responsibility
- Modern tools and equipment
- Supportive and professional team environment
- Strong emphasis on safety, quality and workmanship

About TLY Electrical

TLY Electrical is a Melbourne-based electrical contractor providing professional electrical services across residential construction, renewable energy and general electrical projects. Our work includes new homes, renovations and extensions alongside solar PV, battery storage, EV charging, switchboard upgrades and electrical maintenance.

We have built our business around quality workmanship, reliability, professionalism and strong client relationships. As the company continues to grow, we are looking for skilled tradespeople who share these values and want to build a long-term career with TLY Electrical.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced A Grade Electrician looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing electrical contractor and want to develop your experience across residential construction, solar and battery systems, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a brief summary of your relevant electrical experience and qualifications.

Join TLY Electrical and become part of a growing team delivering quality electrical and renewable-energy projects across Melbourne.

📌 A Grade Electrician (West Footscray)
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