At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to build and assemble switchboards while learning from experienced tradespeople.
- Company: GEM Switchboards, a growing Australian manufacturer with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 4-day work week, overtime opportunities, and structured on-the-job training.
- Other info: Work in a permanent workshop environment with a focus on quality and teamwork.
- Why this job: Develop specialist skills in a hands-on role with real career growth potential.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical assembly or a willingness to learn is essential.
The predicted salary is between 42120 - 51480 $ per year.
4 DAY WEEK | MON–THURS | 6:30AM–4:30PM | OVERTIME AVAILABLE
GEM Switchboards is growing, and we're looking for a practical, hands‑on person to join our manufacturing team in West Gosford. If you have experience in electrical assembly, electrical fitting, manufacturing, machinery assembly, control panels, industrial equipment or similar, we'd love to hear from you. You may already be an experienced switchboard builder — or you may have the right skills and attitude and be looking to develop your skills in switchboard manufacturing.
What you'll be doing
- Building and assembling LV switchboards
- Installing electrical components and equipment
- Busbar installation and assembly
- Electrical wiring and termination
- Reading electrical drawings and schematics
- Measuring, drilling and preparing switchboard enclosures
- Using hand and power tools
- Working to detailed drawings and specifications
- Quality checking your work
- Working as part of a team to meet production deadlines
What we're looking for
- Experience in switchboard building or electrical assembly
- Electrical fitting
- Electrical trades assistance
- Control panel assembly
- Industrial equipment assembly
- Machinery assembly
- Manufacturing or production environments
- Mechanical fitting with some electrical experience
- Industrial electrical work
- Reading electrical drawings or schematics
An electrical qualification is desirable, but it is not essential. More important to us is that you:
- Are practical and hands‑on
- Can read and understand drawings
- Are comfortable using tools
- Have good attention to detail
- Take pride in the quality of your work
- Can work independently once trained
- Are reliable and willing to learn
- Work well as part of a team
Why GEM?
This isn't just another factory job. GEM Switchboards is an established Australian switchboard manufacturer with a growing team and an increasing pipeline of work. You'll have the opportunity to:
- Develop specialist switchboard manufacturing skills
- Learn from experienced tradespeople
- Work on a variety of switchboard projects
- Build a long‑term career within the business
- Develop your skills through structured on‑the‑job training
- Work in a permanent workshop environment rather than travelling from site to site
If you've got the practical skills, we'll help you develop the switchboard skills. Interested? If you're an experienced electrical fitter, trades assistant, manufacturer, assembler or simply someone with the right practical skills looking for your next opportunity, we want to hear from you.
Electrical Fitter / Switchboard Builder in Gosford employer: Gem Switchboards
GEM Switchboards is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the electrical engineering field. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills through ongoing training and mentorship opportunities. Located in a vibrant area, GEM Switchboards offers a supportive environment where creativity thrives, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to advance their careers.
