Leading Hand Electrician
UGL GroupUGL is the lead electrical contractor delivering preventative and corrective maintenance, along with minor project works, across the University of Queensland.
This is a long-term, stable leadership opportunity supporting one of Brisbane’s largest and most diverse institutional asset portfolios.
We are seeking an experienced Leading Hand Electrician to coordinate and deliver electrical maintenance activities across the St Lucia campus.
You will lead a team across a diverse asset portfolio including:
Commercial buildings
Laboratories and research facilities
Sporting precincts and infrastructure
Campus-wide electrical systems
This is a hands-on leadership role in a structured environment with consistent workflow and long-term stability.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate day-to-day activities of electricians on site
Allocate work, monitor productivity and ensure quality outcomes
Provide technical oversight, troubleshooting and fault diagnosis
Maintain compliance with electrical standards and safety requirements
Liaise with supervisors and client representatives
Contribute hands-on to maintenance and minor works
About You
Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a Leading Hand or Supervisor
Proven ability to lead, coordinate and manage trades onsite
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability
Experience working across commercial or industrial environments
MS Excel – Basic
Experience using a workflow management system
Why Join UGL – UQ Contract?
Competitive Package
$52/hr + up to $3/hr Leading Hand allowance
Fully maintained company vehicle
Full-time hours (40 hrs/week)
Stability & Lifestyle
Long-term maintenance contract
Monday to Friday | 6\:00am – 2\:30pm
No travel – based at UQ St Lucia
Environment
Clean, structured campus environment
Supportive team culture with strong safety focus
Diverse, technically interesting asset base
Job Reference: 267896