Casual Electrical Estimator – Hybrid (Newcastle / Lake Macquarie / Maitland)
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Kick Back the Hours, Keep the Career
Want to keep your electrical expertise sharp without the grind of full-time work? This is the perfect role for a retired electrician or experienced estimator who wants 20 flexible hours a week, the freedom to work from home, and the occasional site visit to keep things interesting. Join a respected local team and make a real impact—on your terms.
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About Us
Platinum Electricians Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Maitland is a trusted, family-owned electrical business delivering high-quality services across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture, high standards, and genuine care for our clients and our people.
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About the Role
We are looking for a Casual Electrical Estimator to join our team on a flexible contract basis.
This role offers the perfect balance between professional engagement and personal time—ideal for a retired electrician or someone who values flexible working hours without the demands of a full-time role.
Key details:
* Contract Salary: $3,600 per month
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (20 hours per week)
* Hybrid work arrangement: Work from home and attend site meetings as needed to gather details for quotations or tenders.
* Start Date: Immediate start available.
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A Typical Day
* Log into our job management system (SimPRO) to review new tasks assigned by the operations team.
* Use field staff's site notes, job descriptions, bills of materials, and labour estimates to prepare accurate desktop quotations or estimates.
* Apply your industry knowledge to refine details, validate labour times, and ensure each quotation is realistic and competitive.
* Communicate with clients via email or phone to clarify requirements, handle variations, and follow up for quotation acceptance.
* Liaise with colleagues to gather additional information as needed.
* Attend occasional site meetings to collect information for quotes, tenders, or estimates.
* Prepare and submit tender requests in line with deadlines.
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About You
We're looking for someone who has:
* Experience in electrical estimating, quoting, and tendering (essential).
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy in costing and documentation.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Proficiency with SimPRO is highly beneficial (training provided if needed).
* A current driver's licence and ability to attend site meetings.
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Why You'll Love Working With Us
* Flexibility: Enjoy part-time hours and hybrid working—work from home most days.
* Work-life balance: 20-hour weeks, leaving your afternoons and weekends free.
* Supportive environment: You'll be provided with a company laptop and full training in our systems.
* Stable, reputable company: Join a business with a strong local reputation and long-term clients.
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How to Apply
If this sounds like your ideal role, click "Apply" now and upload your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining:
* Your experience in electrical estimating.
* Why flexible, part-time work suits you.