SPECTRA LAE IS HIRING – LICENSED ELECTRICIAN!

Spectra Industrial Limited - a Leader in Sales, Service and Hire of Forklifts, Gensets and Industrial Supplies, is seeking an organized, qualified, and well experienced Licensed Electrician to join our Lae Workshop Team and be a part of our growing enterprise!

Position Description

• Position Title: Licensed Electrician
• Company: Spectra Industrial Limited
• Location: Lae, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea
• Reports To: National Electrical Manager

Position Purpose

The Licensed Electrician will be responsible for installing, testing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, wiring, controls, equipment, generators, motors, workshop facilities, construction sites, solar PV and battery storage installations, and site electrical assets to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation. Applicants must hold a recognized electrical trade qualification and a current electrical license, with strong practical experience, sound safety awareness, and the ability to complete electrical maintenance records accurately.

Key Responsibilities

1. Electrical Installation, Testing & Preventive Maintenance

• Carry out electrical installation, inspection, testing, servicing, and preventive maintenance on workshop facilities, equipment, gensets, forklifts, and related electrical systems.
• Perform scheduled and breakdown maintenance in line with company procedures, manufacturer requirements, and applicable PNG electrical and workplace safety standards.
• Identify faulty, unsafe, or worn electrical components and recommend timely repair, isolation, replacement, or upgrade.

2. Electrical Fault Diagnosis & Repairs

• Diagnose faults in electrical circuits, control panels, starters, alternators, batteries, lighting, wiring, motors, and associated systems.
• Repair, replace, terminate, and test defective electrical parts and components using correct tools, test instruments, and safe electrical work practices.
• Conduct post-repair testing and confirm equipment is electrically safe, functional, and ready for operation before handover.

3. Tools, Test Equipment & Materials Care

• Use electrical tools, meters, insulation testers, manuals, drawings, and diagnostic equipment correctly and safely.
• Maintain tools and test equipment in good working condition and report damaged, expired, or unsafe equipment promptly.
• Assist with ordering, collection, and proper use of electrical parts, cables, consumables, and materials.

4. Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping

• Comply with company safety procedures, PPE requirements, lock-out/tag-out requirements, toolbox talks, and Papua New Guinea workplace safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workshop and work area, especially around live, isolated, or stored electrical equipment.
• Report hazards, electrical incidents, unsafe equipment, and non-conformances promptly to the supervisor.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Complete job cards, inspection checklists, electrical test records, service reports, and maintenance records accurately and on time.
• Record parts used, work completed, isolation status, test results, and outstanding repairs clearly for workshop tracking.
• Communicate equipment status, defects, risks, and maintenance priorities to supervisors and relevant teams.

6. Teamwork & Operational Support

• Work closely with mechanics, operators, stores, workshop staff, and site teams to meet operational requirements.
• Assist apprentices or junior staff with safe on-the-job guidance where required and within company procedures.
• Undertake additional duties, training, or site support as reasonably directed by management.

7. Breakdown & Field Support

• Respond to workshop or field electrical breakdowns and carry out repairs efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Support site-based electrical maintenance activities where travel, call-out, or roster work is required.
• Ensure repaired electrical systems and equipment are safe, tested, compliant, and ready for operation.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Electrical fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
• Strong safety awareness and compliance with safe electrical work practices.
• Attention to detail, workmanship, and accurate testing.
• Communication and reporting skills.
• Teamwork, reliability, and initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure, respond to breakdowns, and meet operational deadlines.

Qualifications & Experience

• NEA Licensed Electrician is preferred.
• PPL License is acceptable, provided the applicant is willing to sit for the NEA License.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Licensed Electrician.
• General construction experience is required.
• Generators and motors operation, service and maintenance experience is highly preferred.
• Exposure to Solar PV and Battery Storage installations is highly desirable.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, manuals, and specifications, complete workshop documentation, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Current and valid PNG driver’s license is required – Class 6 or relevant license is required.
• References’ contact details must be stated in the CV.

Interested in joining our Competitive, Responsive and Committed Team?

Send your updated resumes with contactable referees, trade certificate, electrical license copy, driver’s license copy, and relevant supporting documents to email: [email protected] with “Licensed Electrician – Lae” on the subject line.

Applications can also be hand delivered to our Lae branch Office.

Attention: HR Recruitment Team

Spectra Industrial Ltd

P.O. Box 94, Lae 411

Morobe Province

• Remuneration will be discussed during the interview.
• Applicants must state current and verifiable referees’ contact details in their CV. Any references and qualifications provided will be verified and checked should your application get to shortlist stage.

Note:

• Applications are open to PNG citizens only.
• Priority will be given to Lae based applicants.
• Former applicants need not re-apply.
• Female applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Application closes on COB Tuesday 25^th August 2026.
• Late applications will not be accepted.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.