Job Description

The Electrical Technician will undertake electrical installation, maintenance, testing, fault-finding and commissioning across Shadbolt Group’s defence, maritime and industrial projects in Sydney.

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Working within a multidisciplinary project team, the role requires a safety-focused and technically competent electrical professional who can deliver high-quality work in line with project requirements, Australian Standards and Shadbolt Group’s HSEQ standards.

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Work may be undertaken across workshops, shipyards, vessels, client facilities and other project locations.

Duties And Responsibilities n

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- Lead complex electrical fault-finding, diagnostics, repairs and modifications across electrical, control and instrumentation systems, including PLCs, control circuits, interlocks, sensors, actuators, relays and field instrumentation.
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- Interpret electrical schematics, control logic, wiring diagrams, technical drawings and OEM documentation to diagnose faults and develop practical solutions.
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- Undertake commissioning, functional testing, system verification, calibration and 5000 VDC insulation resistance testing, analysing results to identify faults, deterioration and abnormal trends.
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- Apply working knowledge of fibre-optic systems, including fibre types, connectors, signal loss, optical testing and fault diagnosis.
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- Provide technical support to engineers, supervisors and trades,



while leading and coordinating a small electrical team and supporting less experienced personnel.
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- Ensure all work complies with Australian Standards, defence requirements, OEM specifications, safety procedures and project documentation, maintaining accurate technical, testing, calibration, defect and commissioning records.
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About You nn
- Current South Australian A Grade Electrical Licence - essential.
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- Fully licensed A Grade Electrician - essential.
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- Minimum 3 years’ post-trade experience in industrial, infrastructure, defence or heavy construction environments.
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- Strong knowledge of Australian electrical standards and legislation.
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- Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.
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- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
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- Commitment to safety, quality and delivering excellent workmanship.
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- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
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- Solid communication and problem-solving skills.
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- Australian Citizen - Essential.
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Desirable Skills & Experience nn
- Defence and/or maritime industry experience.
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- Instrumentation experience or an instrumentation skillset - Desirable.
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- Previous experience leading or supervising electrical trades on projects.
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- Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Baseline or higher).
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- Working at Heights, EWP or High-Risk Work Licence.
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- Current CPR/LVR certification.
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📌 Electrical Technician (Sydney)
🏢 The Shadbolt Group
📍 Sydney