At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect, service, and repair overhead cranes while solving electrical faults.
- Company: Join Leading Crane Services, a local Victoria business with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, overtime, a company vehicle, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Great career growth potential with hands-on experience in a specialised field.
- Why this job: Expand your electrical skills in a dynamic and varied role across multiple states.
- Qualifications: Must have an Australian electrical trade qualification and A Grade Electrical Licence.
The predicted salary is between 58032 - 70928 $ per year.
Melbourne Based | Away Works | Company Vehicle
Leading Crane Services (LCS) is a locally owned Victoria business specialising in the service, maintenance and repair of overhead cranes and lifting equipment. We are looking for a qualified Electrician residing in Melbourne to join our Crane Services team. The role will support our clients throughout Victoria, as well as mine sites, refineries and other customers across surrounding states TAS / SA / NT, with regular work in Melbourne to work alongside our broader team.
If you enjoy fault finding, problem solving and hands-on technical work, this is an opportunity to use your electrical skills in a specialised and varied field. Previous crane experience is highly regarded but not essential. If you're a capable electrician with a willingness to learn, our experienced team will support you in developing the additional skills and knowledge required.
The Role
- Inspecting, servicing and repairing overhead cranes and hoists
- Electrical fault finding and breakdown repairs
- Working with motors, control circuits, contactors, VSDs and associated equipment
- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
- Preventative maintenance and safety inspections
- Developing mechanical knowledge of cranes and lifting equipment
- Preparing job reports and repair recommendations
- Working directly with customers across VIC / TAS / SA / NT, refinery sites and mine sites
- Regular travel interstate to work with our wider Crane Services team
What We're Looking For
- Australian recognised electrical trade qualification
- Current A Grade Electrical Licence
- Current Driver's Licence
- Good electrical fault-finding skills
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
- Strong commitment to safety
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to travel and work overtime when required
The following would be an advantage:
- Overhead crane or hoist experience
- Industrial electrical experience
- Mechanical aptitude
- Working at Heights Certificate
- EWP High Risk Work Licence
- Dogging and or Rigging Licence
Crane experience isn't essential. We're looking for a good electrician who is interested in broadening their skills and developing experience in a specialised area of the trade.
What We Offer
- Excellent hourly rate
- Overtime and additional benefits
- Company vehicle
- Company laptop
- Company phone
- Training and support from experienced Crane Technicians
- Varied work across VIC / TAS / SA / NT
- Opportunity to develop specialist electrical and mechanical skills
- Long-term career opportunities
Interested?
If you're a qualified electrician residing in Melbourne and are looking for a varied role where you can build on your existing electrical skills, we'd like to hear from you.
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Electrician – Crane Systems in Melbourne employer: Leading Crane Services
Leading Crane Services (LCS) is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a supportive work culture and opportunities for professional growth. Based in Melbourne, our team enjoys a competitive hourly rate, overtime benefits, and the use of a company vehicle, laptop, and phone while working on diverse projects across Victoria and beyond. We are committed to fostering a learning environment where electricians can enhance their skills in a specialised field, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.
