Electrical Leading Hand - Industrial Projects
An established electrical project and engineering business is looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Leading Hand to support the delivery of electrical works across mining, industrial and infrastructure projects throughout Australia.
This role would suit an experienced electrician who is comfortable leading a crew while remaining hands-on, and who enjoys the variety that comes with project-based work across different sites and customers.
You can based from NewcastleBrisbane or Mackay, with regular travel to project locations across Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia and other regional areas as required.
The Role Working closely with Project Managers and site teams, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of electrical crews and help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and coordinating electricians and site personnel across project worksRemaining hands-on with installation, maintenance and commissioning activities where requiredPlanning daily work activities, labour requirements, materials and equipmentCoordinating site priorities to ensure project milestones are achievedRunning pre-starts, toolbox meetings and site safety discussionsEnsuring electrical work is completed in accordance with safety, quality and project requirementsSupporting and mentoring tradespeople and apprenticesTroubleshooting technical and operational issues on siteLiaising with Project Managers, customers, subcontractors and other stakeholdersMonitoring progress, productivity and resource requirementsMaintaining high standards across tools, vehicles,



equipment and site presentationIdentifying opportunities to improve safety, efficiency and project delivery
About You
We're looking for someone who is technically strong, dependable and comfortable taking ownership on site.Ideally, you will have:
Australian Electrical Trade QualificationCurrent electrical licencePrevious experience as a Leading Hand, Supervisor or senior site electricianExposure to HV electrical systems or projectsExperience working within mining, resources, heavy industrial or similar project environmentsStrong understanding of electrical safety and site-based risk managementGood planning and organisational skillsConfidence leading crews and allocating daily workStrong fault-finding and problem-solving capabilityAbility to communicate professionally with customers and project stakeholdersCurrent Australian Driver's LicenceWillingness to travel regularly and work away from home when projects require
Experience across mining infrastructure, power distribution, switchgear, substations, underground electrical systems, commissioning or project installations would be highly regarded.
What's On Offer
This is a strong prospect for an electrician who wants more responsibility without moving away from the practical side of the trade.You'll receive:
Competitive salary / remuneration packageLong-term permanent opportunity with a growing project businessVariety across multiple projects, sites and customersExposure to mining and heavy industrial electrical projectsOpportunity to lead crews while remaining technically involvedOngoing training and developmentGenuine career progression into supervision and project deliverySupportive management team with a strong safety culture
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📌 Electrical Leading Hand - Industrial Projects (New South Wales)
🏢 Austcorp Executive
📍 New South Wales