Electrical Inspector

Primary Location
TAS - Mornington - Jannah Court
Job Description Summary
Techsafe Australia are currently seeking an experienced fully qualified A Grade Electrician on a Permanent, Full-Time basis to cover the Launceston area.
About the Role
Electrical Inspector | Permanent, Full-Time | Launceston, TAS
From $106,000 + 11.5% super + vehicle
Ready to move off the tools and into an inspection career?
TechSafe is looking for an experienced A Grade Electrician to join our team as an Electrical Inspector, helping keep Tasmania’s electrical installations safe and compliant. As an authorised contractor to the Department of Justice, we inspect, audit and investigate electrical work across the state and surrounding islands.
Please note: This is a role for an inspector to cover the Launceston & Northern Tasmania areas and a work vehicle is provided.
You’ll start as a Level 1 Inspector, mentored by our experienced inspectors at every step, with a defined pathway to Level 2 and Level 3 as your skills and responsibilities grow.
What we offer
Starting salary of $106,000 p.a. (paid monthly) plus superannuation at 11.5% or the industry mandated rate
Work vehicle provided
Career progression set by the Department of Justice: Level 2 (approx. $110,000) and Level 3 (approx. $125,000)
Full training provided, including Shock and Fire investigation, TasNetworks infrastructure, high voltage and hazardous area standards
Hands-on mentoring from established Inspectors
Standard hours Monday to Friday, 8:00am to approx. 4:30pm, starting and finishing on the job
Overtime paid, or banked as flex time (up to 15 hours)
Flexible leave: you choose when to take it, subject to team coverage, plus the option to purchase up to 2 extra weeks per year
10 days of accumulating sick leave
On-call availability allowance of $550 per week when rostered to attend Shocks or Fires.
6 month probation period
The role
Inspect electrical installations to verify compliance with Australian Standards, Acts and Regulations
Identify defects and non-conformances and give clear guidance on applying the standards
Prepare detailed inspection reports and keep accurate records
Liaise with contractors, internal teams and regulatory bodies
As you progress, investigate electric Shock and Fire incidents, and inspect larger commercial, Industrial, Alternate Generation, Hazardous and medical installations
Promote a strong safety culture in everything you do
About you
Essential
Unrestricted Tasmanian Electrical Practitioner’s licence (please include your licence number)
Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Electrical practitioner
Demonstrated competency in AS/NZS 3000 (Wiring Rules)
Sound understanding of Practitioner and Contractor statutory obligations in Tasmania
Willingness to complete NONM0894A Testing and Verification for Electricians (if not already held)
Ability to pass a police check and hold a Working with Vulnerable People registration
Able to be appointed as an Authorised Officer under the Electricity Industry Safety and Administration Act and the Occupational Licensing Act
Current, unrestricted car driver’s licence
Physically able to inspect all parts of an installation, including working at height
Strong communication, planning and organisational skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
Experience in inspection, utilities, infrastructure or construction environments
About TechSafe
TechSafe is a subsidiary of ServiceStream, a leading national provider that designs, builds and maintains Australia’s essential communications, energy and water networks. We deliver critical electrical compliance services across Tasmania, and our people are at the heart of it.
ServiceStream is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, LGBTQI people and other diverse groups. We are also a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment and strongly consider veterans and ADF partners who meet the key criteria.
Department
Field Services
How to Apply
If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.