Electrical Inspector

Techsafe is seeking a diligent and safety-focused A Grade Electrician wishing to become an Electrical inspector to support electrical compliance across the electrical industry in Tasmania.

As a leading provider of electrical compliance services, we deliver a critical service across the electrical sector. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we are committed to safety, operational excellence, and compliance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring all electrical works meet regulatory standards, technical specifications, and quality requirements while maintaining the highest level of safety across the state.

As an Electrical Inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting, auditing, investigating and verifying electrical installations to ensure compliance with relevant standards, codes, and regulations. You will work closely with, contractors, and stakeholders to uphold standards and support the electrical industry.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists to be at the top of your industry as an Electrical Inspector, for you to lead and support the electrical industry through your knowledge and skills that you have gained throughout your career.

The position provides the successful applicant a flexible, diverse and empowering opportunity to give back to the industry. Training and upskilling in Electrical Shock and Fire investigation, Medical, High Voltage and Hazardous installation inspections will be provided to you to allow you to grow in the position.

Nature of position:       Permanent, Full-Time 

Location:                             TAS - Mornington

Reporting Line:                Operations Manager

Key responsibilities

• Conducting inspections of electrical infrastructure and installations across the state and surrounding islands.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant Australian Standards, Acts and Regulatory requirements
• Identifying defects and non-conformance and providing guidance for standards application
• Investigating Electrical Shock and Fires incidents to determine cause
• Preparing detailed inspection reports and maintaining accurate documentation
• Supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
• Liaising with internal teams, contractors, and regulatory bodies as required
• Promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture across all activities

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Relevant electrical trade qualifications and current electrical licence
• Proven experience in electrical inspection within residential, utilities, infrastructure, or construction environments
• Strong knowledge of applicable Acts, standards, and compliance requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
• This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic organisation delivering an essential service to communities across Tasmania.

About You

Experience required

• A Licensed Electrical Practitioner (electrician), (provide license number)
• A minimum 5 year post electrical trade working in the general electrical contracting industry
• Sound knowledge in the application and interpretation of relevant Australian Standards, particularly AS/NZS 3000 "The Wiring Rules"
• Knowledgeable in all relevant Tasmanian electrical safety legislation
• Able to work independently and also as a part of a productive team
• Physically able to inspect all required parts of an electrical installation
• Physically able to work at height
• Meet all the requirements of the Department of Justice to be appointed as an Authorised Officer under the Electricity Industry Safety and Administration Act and the Occupational Licensing Act
• Excellent communication skills, effective planning and organisational skills
• A current, unrestricted car driver’s license

About Us

Techsafe is a subsidiary of ServiceStream, a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy and water networks in the telecommunications, utilities and transport industries. We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue-chip client base.

ServiceStream is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, LGBTQI and other diverse groups to strengthen relationships and benefit our people, clients, and communities.

ServiceStream are a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment. We value the skills and experience of ex-ADF members and their partners and will strongly consider veterans who meet the key criteria for our employment opportunities.