Qualified Electrician – Residential Projects

Sharkey the Sparky | Adelaide, SA

Custom Homes | Renovations | High-End Residential Projects

About the Role

Sharkey the Sparky is seeking an experienced and motivated Qualified Electrician to take ownership of residential electrical projects, specialising in custom homes, high-end renovations and extensions.

This is an opportunity for a skilled electrician who is confident running projects from start to finish, managing apprentices and working closely with builders and other trades to deliver exceptional results.

You'll be joining a young, dynamic and growing team with a robust workplace culture, where quality workmanship, teamwork and personal development are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

- Project Management: Take ownership of residential electrical projects from initial rough-in through to final fit-off, testing and handover.

- Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor and manage apprentices, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

- Builder Relationships: Communicate professionally with builders, site supervisors, clients and other trades to ensure projects run smoothly.

- Planning & Organisation: Coordinate daily tasks, labour requirements, materials and project timelines to meet construction schedules.

- Quality Workmanship: Deliver high-quality electrical installations with exceptional attention to detail, particularly on architectural and custom residential projects.

- Problem Solving: Interpret electrical plans, identify potential issues and provide practical solutions on-site.

- Variations & Cost Control: Identify and communicate variations, additional works and material requirements to ensure projects remain profitable.

- Safety & Compliance: Ensure all installations comply with relevant Australian Standards, safety regulations and company procedures.

- Job Documentation: Maintain accurate job notes, progress updates, photographs and material records through our job management software.

About You

We're looking for someone who:





- Holds a current SA electrical workers licence.

- Has demonstrated experience in residential construction, particularly custom homes and renovations.

- Is confident running jobs independently and taking responsibility for project outcomes.

- Has experience supervising apprentices and enjoys helping others develop their skills.

- Can confidently read and interpret electrical plans and specifications.

- Has excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

- Communicates effectively with builders, clients and team members.

- Takes genuine pride in their workmanship and attention to detail.

- Is proactive, reliable and solutions-focused.

- Has a positive attitude and contributes to a strong team culture.

- Holds a current driver's licence.

Previous experience as a leading hand or project electrician will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

- Above-award remuneration based on experience and capabilities.

- Performance-based incentives and recognition.

- Opportunity to take ownership of exciting custom residential projects.

- A young, motivated and supportive team with an excellent workplace culture.

- Opportunities for leadership development and career progression.

- A well-organised business with established systems and processes.

- Ongoing training and professional development.

- Long-term job security within a growing electrical company.

- A workplace where your contribution is recognised and valued.

Why Join Sharkey the Sparky?

At Sharkey the Sparky, we're building more than just a successful electrical business – we're building a team of great people who take pride in what they do.

We work alongside quality builders on exciting residential projects and pride ourselves on delivering exceptional workmanship and customer service.

We're looking for someone who wants to step into a leadership role, take ownership of their projects and become an important part of our company's continued growth.

If you're an experienced electrician who enjoys leading a team, working on quality projects and being part of a great workplace culture, we want to hear from you.

📌 ELECTRICIAN (Adelaide)
🏢 Sharkey the sparky
📍 Adelaide