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Lead Hand Electrician

Employer: Job Capital Pty Ltd

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Salary: A$80,000 per year listed rate

Employment: Full-time

Visa Sponsorship: May be available to suitable applicants

If you’re an experienced electrician who can lead people while still staying hands-on with electrical work, this Brisbane opportunity could be a strong match. Job Capital is looking for a Lead Hand Electrician to support commercial electrical construction projects, coordinate electricians and apprentices, and help keep work moving safely and efficiently.

The role combines technical electrical work with day-to-day team leadership. You’ll help plan work, interpret drawings and project specifications, monitor productivity and workmanship, manage materials and equipment, and support the Foreman or Site Supervisor when required.

About the Role

This is a full-time Lead Hand Electrician position based in Brisbane, Queensland. The role focuses on commercial electrical construction projects and requires someone who can take responsibility for smaller work packages while supporting senior site leadership.

You’ll coordinate electricians and apprentices, sequence daily tasks and make sure crews have the tools, materials and information needed to complete their work. You’ll also work from electrical drawings, specifications and project scopes and help identify and resolve problems that arise on site.

The advertised role is listed at A$80,000 annually. Visa sponsorship may be available for suitable applicants, but sponsorship is subject to individual eligibility and approval. The position also requires applicants to meet Australian visa, health and character requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate electricians and apprentices on commercial projects
• Plan and sequence daily electrical work
• Lead smaller electrical projects or work packages
• Support the Foreman or Site Supervisor with site activities
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and project scopes
• Monitor productivity, workmanship and project milestones
• Manage tools, materials and electrical equipment
• Maintain safety and quality documentation
• Mentor apprentices and junior tradespeople
• Communicate with clients, builders and contractors
• Identify and resolve day-to-day site issues

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised electrical trade qualification
• Strong commercial electrical construction experience
• Previous experience coordinating electricians or electrical teams
• Practical ability to plan work and resolve site problems
• Strong understanding of electrical safety and quality requirements
• Good leadership and communication skills
• Ability to read drawings, specifications and project scopes
• Current driver licence
• Professional English communication skills
• Willingness to relocate to Brisbane if required

Queensland Licensing Requirements

Electrical work in Queensland is regulated, so overseas electricians should check their licensing position before accepting or commencing electrical work. Queensland’s electrical safety regulator states that electrical work generally requires an appropriate electrical work licence.

For applicants whose electrical qualifications were completed outside Australia and New Zealand, Queensland guidance says the qualifications and skills may need to be assessed through the Trades Recognition Australia Offshore Skills Assessment Program. Successful applicants may receive an Offshore Technical Skills Record and then undertake Australian gap training through a registered training organisation before becoming eligible for the relevant licence.

• Appropriate Queensland electrical licensing requirements apply
• Recognised electrical trade qualifications are required
• Overseas-qualified applicants may need a formal skills assessment
• Additional Australian gap training may be required
• Training and licensing requirements can depend on the applicant’s qualifications and circumstances

Job Snapshot

Job Title: Lead Hand Electrician

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: A$80,000 per year listed rate

Employer: Job Capital Pty Ltd

Location: Brisbane, Queensland

Industry: Electrical Construction & Trades

Education: Vocational electrical qualification

Experience: Experienced electrical trade professional with team coordination experience

What’s on Offer

• Full-time employment in Brisbane
• Listed annual salary of A$80,000
• Opportunity to lead electricians and apprentices
• Commercial electrical construction experience
• Potential visa sponsorship for eligible applicants
• Opportunity to work on different electrical projects
• Career progression through increased site responsibility
• Hands-on leadership experience alongside technical electrical work

The sponsorship wording is important for international applicants. The listing says visa sponsorship may be available to suitable candidates; it does not guarantee sponsorship for every applicant. Your qualifications, licensing position, immigration eligibility and the employer’s approval process will determine whether sponsorship can actually be offered.

Who This Job Suits

This position is designed for an experienced electrician who is ready to take on more responsibility without moving completely away from hands-on electrical work.

It can suit someone who has already coordinated electricians or apprentices and understands how commercial construction sites operate. You’ll need to be comfortable reading project documentation, organizing daily work, communicating with different people on site and dealing with problems before they delay the job.

International electricians should pay particular attention to Queensland’s licensing process. Having an electrical qualification from another country does not automatically mean you can perform unrestricted electrical work in Queensland. Check the licensing pathway that applies to your specific qualification before making relocation plans.

How to Apply

Apply through the official Workforce Australia job listing using the exact application link below. Before submitting your application, make sure your resume clearly shows your electrical trade qualification, commercial construction experience, team leadership responsibilities, current driver licence and any relevant Australian or overseas electrical licences.

If you’re applying from outside Australia, highlight your trade experience and qualifications clearly and be prepared to provide documentation for skills assessment and licensing if requested.

Before applying, check that your electrical qualification and licensing status meet Queensland requirements. If you’re outside Australia, don’t assume that visa sponsorship automatically gives you permission to perform unrestricted electrical work. Licensing and immigration requirements are separate processes and should be confirmed before you relocate.

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