At a Glance
- Tasks: Transform your electrician skills into exciting electrical design and drafting projects.
- Company: Join GPS Electrical, a leader in electrical services across diverse industries.
- Benefits: Full-time office role, practical AutoCAD training, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with a commitment to safety and quality.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by applying your hands-on experience to innovative electrical designs.
- Qualifications: Current electrical licence and practical experience in industrial settings required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
GPS Electrical is a national provider of Electrical Installation, Maintenance, Engineering and System Integration services. We support clients across Manufacturing, Chemicals, Utilities and Renewables, with a strong focus on safety, quality and reliable project delivery.
As our team continues to expand, we are seeking a qualified electrician who wants to bring their practical experience into the office and develop a career in electrical design and drafting.
About The Opportunity:
Are you an experienced electrician looking to move into a full-time office role? This is an opportunity to use your knowledge of how electrical systems are installed, wired and maintained to help develop drawings that work in the real world. No previous AutoCAD or drafting experience is required. We will provide training, guidance and support from our engineering and drafting team to help you develop your skills in AutoCAD Electrical and electrical documentation.
As your skills develop, you will:
- Prepare and update electrical drawings for switchboards, motor control centres, distribution boards and control panels using AutoCAD Electrical.
- Apply your practical electrical experience to help produce clear, accurate and practical drawings.
- Work closely with engineers, Project Managers, electricians and the manufacturing team to understand project requirements.
- Update drawings to reflect site changes and prepare as-built documentation.
- Maintain drawing records, revisions and document control.
- Plan and track your drafting workload to meet agreed project schedules and budgets.
- Follow company drafting procedures and support compliance with relevant standards under the guidance of the engineering team.
About You:
We are looking for a capable electrician with solid practical experience, attention to detail and a willingness to learn. You will bring:
- Current Electrical licence.
- Practical electrical experience in an industrial environment - installation, maintenance or switchboard wiring.
- The ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
- A sound understanding of electrical installation practices and an appreciation of what makes a drawing useful on site.
- A willingness to learn AutoCAD Electrical and develop your design and drafting skills.
- Basic computer skills and confidence learning new software.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
- A commitment to safety, quality and getting the details right.
- Experience with motor controls, control panels, instrumentation or switchboards would be an advantage.
What's on Offer?
- Move into a Full-time office role while continuing to use your electrical trade knowledge.
- Receive practical training in AutoCAD Electrical and electrical drafting.
- Work with an experienced engineering and drafting team who will support your development.
- Contribute to a diverse range of industrial electrical projects.
- Build a long-term career with a stable business and opportunities for progression.
If you are a qualified electrician ready to bring your site experience into the office and learn electrical design and drafting, we would love to hear from you!
Apply via SEEK or email your resume to *******@gpselec.com.au
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
Electrical Designer in Melbourne employer: GPS Electrical services
GPS Electrical Services is an exceptional employer, offering a stable and rewarding career as an Industrial Maintenance Electrician in the vibrant and dynamic environment of Banksmeadow, Sydney. With a strong emphasis on safety and performance, employees benefit from a supportive work culture, ample opportunities for overtime, and the chance to grow their skills in a highly automated food manufacturing setting. Join a dedicated team where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will directly impact the success of our operations.
