Tom Olsen

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HV Leading Hand

Industry

Specialist Trades & Operators

Salary/Rate

AU$55 - AU$60 per hour + superannuation, vehicle, attractive package

Location

QLD

Type

Full Time

ASAP start available. Potential for career progression. Competitive pay.

  • Competitive hourly rate with overtime available
  • Permanent, stable employment
  • Supportive, team-focused culture

HV Electrical Leading Hand

Location: Hendra, QLD
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Electrical Construction - High Voltage Infrastructure


About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced HV Electrical Leading Hand to join our growing team in Hendra. This full-time role is a hands-on leadership position that plays a key part in the safe and efficient delivery of high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects.

As an HV Electrical Leading Hand, you will be responsible for leading small crews onsite, ensuring work is completed safely, to a high standard, and in line with project timelines and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise electrical teams on-site, ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.

  • Support the Project Manager and Supervisors with day-to-day site operations.

  • Ensure compliance with all quality, environmental, and WHS requirements.

  • Assist with work planning and resource coordination to meet project schedules.

  • Mentor and guide apprentices and junior staff.

  • Carry out installation and maintenance of HV equipment including substations, transformers, and underground/overhead reticulation.

  • Conduct basic testing and verification of electrical works.

  • Identify potential site issues early and escalate as needed.

  • Maintain accurate documentation of works and ensure proper sign-offs.


About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Current QLD Electrical Work Licence (unrestricted).

  • Manual Driver's Licence.

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in the electrical construction industry.

  • Demonstrated experience working on high-voltage infrastructure.

  • Experience with Energex/Ergon networks highly regarded.

  • Understanding of switching low voltage networks.

  • Familiarity with substations, large customer connections, overhead and underground reticulation.

  • Experience working on the TMR Network and Rate 3 lighting desirable.

  • Strong safety focus and ability to lead by example.

  • Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.

  • Proven track record of mentoring apprentices and contributing to team development.


What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate with overtime available.

  • Ongoing training and clear pathways for career advancement.

  • Supportive, team-focused culture.

  • Permanent, stable employment.

  • Employee benefits program including retail discounts and additional leave options


Ready to Take the Lead?

If you're an experienced electrician looking to take the next step in your career and lead HV electrical crews on exciting infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take charge of your future. Email your CV to tolsen@marble.com.au OR call Tom on 0428 767 697

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Tom Olsen | tolsen@marble.com.au | 07 3183 2200 | 0428 767 697

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