Head Electrician / Electrical Department Manager

Head Electrician / Electrical Department Manager

Karratha, Full Time, Trades & Services
Please Quote Reference Number 18299

• $60-$80 Per Hour + Vehicle + Accommodation Support
• Long-term Opportunity with a Growing Local Business
• Join West Coast Renos in Karratha - NOT FIFO

We are looking for an experienced Head Electrician with extensive knowledge of Australian electrical standards, regulations and compliance requirements to take responsibility for and lead our electrical department.

This position would suit someone who has previously supervised teams, is confident managing other electricians and apprentices, and can organise and coordinate work both for themselves and for other team members.

We are looking for someone who can take ownership of the electrical department and help us build, develop and grow this area of the business. You will have the opportunity to play an important role in how the department operates, including organising jobs, managing workloads, supervising staff, maintaining quality standards and helping to develop systems and processes as the business continues to grow.

About the Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Heading and overseeing our electrical department
• Supervising and coordinating electricians and apprentices
• Organising electrical jobs and allocating work to team members
• Managing your own workload and ensuring jobs are completed efficiently
• Planning upcoming works and coordinating with other trades and management
• Ensuring all electrical work is completed in accordance with Australian Standards and relevant regulations
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and compliance
• Assisting with quoting, estimating and planning electrical projects
• Identifying opportunities to improve the way the electrical department operates
• Helping recruit, train and develop additional electrical staff as the department grows
• Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, trades and other contractors
• Taking responsibility for the overall performance and development of the electrical department

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is more than just an electrician looking for their next job. We want someone who is ambitious, motivated and interested in becoming a key part of a growing company.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold the appropriate Australian electrical licence
• Have extensive knowledge of Australian electrical standards and regulations
• Have previous experience supervising or managing a team
• Be confident leading other electricians and apprentices
• Be able to organise jobs and workloads independently
• Have excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Be reliable, professional and take pride in their work
• Be willing to take responsibility and make decisions
• Have an interest in business development and helping grow a company
• Be looking for a long-term position, rather than short-term employment
• Want to grow with the company and take on increasing responsibility

Long-Term Opportunity

We are specifically looking for someone who wants to grow with the company for the long term.

For the right person, this position has the potential to develop well beyond a standard employment role. As you help build and grow the electrical department and contribute to the overall growth of the business, there will be opportunities for profit sharing based on performance and contribution.

Our long-term goal is to build a strong team around key people who are invested in the future of the business. For the right person who demonstrates commitment, leadership and a genuine contribution to the company's growth, there is potential for eventual equity in the company.

This is an opportunity for someone who wants to have a genuine say in the direction of the department and potentially become a key part of the future of the business.

What We Offer:

• Long-term employment opportunity
• Head/leadership position within a growing company

Company vehicleAccommodation assistanceCompetitive salary based on experience and qualifications Opportunity to build and lead the electrical department Profit-sharing opportunity for the right person Potential future equity opportunityOpportunity to grow with the company and take on greater responsibility A position where your work and contribution can directly influence the growth of the business

If you are an experienced electrician with leadership experience and are looking for an opportunity where you can help build something, grow with a company and potentially become part of its future ownership, we would like to hear from you.