Leading Hand Electrician – Solar & Battery (Foundational Team Lead)

About the role

Want to be more than just another number on a payroll? Ready to help build something big from the ground up?

At Transmetric, we’ve built a respected name working for government agencies in Australia and the US. We've acquired an electrical division and we are looking for someone to lead it. We aren't just filling a spot on a crew; we’re looking for a foundational Leading Hand Electrician with Solar & Battery Accreditation who wants to set the standard, shape the site culture, and grow into a senior leadership role as the team expands around them.

If you’re ready to run high-end installations, step into a true anchor role, and advance your career with a company that respects your craftsmanship, keep reading.

Key responsibilities

• Foundational Leadership: Be the primary lead on-site, laying the groundwork for work quality, safety, and team culture as the crew expands.

• Renewables & BESS: Lead the installation, testing, and commissioning of grid-connect solar PV systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and EV chargers.

• Domestic & Residential Works: Oversee high-end domestic electrical installations, home upgrades, switchboard modernisations, and smart home energy integrations.

• Compliance & Quality: Interpret single-line diagrams and system designs to ensure all work strictly complies with AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5033, AS/NZS 5139, and company standards.

• Safety Culture & Oversight: Lead by example when it comes to site safety—ensuring robust SWMS/JSEA implementation, safe working at heights practices, and driving an uncompromising safety-first culture across all jobs.

• Client Interaction: Act as the primary technical point of contact on-site, delivering clear system handovers and exceptional service to homeowners and builders.

What we're looking for

• Qualifications: Current Victorian A-Grade Electrical Licence.

• Accreditation: Current SCAA / Clean Energy Council Solar & Battery (Storage) Accreditation.

• Certifications: Current White Card, Working at Heights certification, and a valid Manual Driver's Licence.

• Experience: Proven track record running domestic or renewable energy projects, with the confidence to mentor upcoming apprentices and trade assistants.

• Attributes & Qualities: A true professional who takes genuine pride in clean, precise installations; a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills, a team-first mindset, and the drive to help build an industry-leading team

What we offer

• Direct Pathway to Management: As the team grows, you grow - clear progression into Operations or Project Management.

• Top-Tier Pay: Highly competitive rates plus significant share of profits.

• Fully Supplied Vehicle & Gear: Fully maintained company vehicle with fuel card, all battery power tools provided, plus complete ladders and safety setups.

Ready to Be the First Piece?

If you’re ready to step up, set the benchmark, and build a long-term future with a company that values your input- apply now.