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Electrician LeadPlatinum Marine Group Ltd. • Richmond, BC
Electrician Lead

Electrician Lead

Platinum Marine Group Ltd. • Richmond, BC
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About the Company

Our company builds some of the world’s most advanced and luxurious custom yachts. Our team of skilled tradespeople and craftspeople take pride in delivering exceptional quality and innovation. Based in Richmond, BC, our companies — including our custom yacht and tactical custom boat divisions — operate at the forefront of marine construction and refit excellence.

About the Role

The Marine Electrician Lead is responsible for leading a team in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of marine electrical and electronic systems on new-build and refit vessels.

This role works closely with engineering, production, and other trades to ensure systems are installed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Perks:

  • Paid vacation and sick days
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, travel, and life insurance
  • Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Free on-site parking

Why join us?

  • Leadership role in one of BC’s largest recreational marine groups.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to influence operational strategy and project success.
  • Work on innovative, high-value yacht construction and refit projects.
  • Supportive workplace that values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead, supervise, mentor, and coordinate a team of electricians and apprentices on assigned projects
  • Install, test, and maintain marine electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, control systems, and navigation equipment
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic faults on vessels
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
  • Conduct inspections, QA/QC reporting, testing, commissioning, and sea-trial support as required
  • Maintain accurate records of work completed, deficiencies, and materials used
  • Coordinate with engineering and production teams to ensure proper system integration
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, marine regulations, and company procedures
  • Perform procurement and ordering of electrical materials required for builds

Secondary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with electricians, shipwrights, welders, carpenters, plumbers, and project teams to ensure integrated system functionality
  • Mentor apprentices and support trade development
  • Enforce safety procedures and ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC requirements, company and industry regulatory standards and best practices
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  • Other duties as assigned to support project schedule and delivery

Qualifications:

  • Diploma or degree in: Electrical or Engineering, Marine Electrical or Industrial Electrical Technology
  • OR a Red Seal Electrician certification
  • Additional marine-specific training is a strong advantage
  • 5-10+ years of experience in marine or industrial electrical environments
  • 2–3 years in a leadership role (Lead, Supervisor, Foreman)

Technical Skills for Marine Electrical Systems

  • Power generation & distribution systems
  • Switchboards and control panels
  • Lighting systems
  • Navigation & communication systems
  • Alarm and monitoring systems
  • Installation & Troubleshooting
  • Cable routing, termination, and testing
  • Fault finding and diagnostics
  • Commissioning and system start-up

Work Environment

  • Shipyard and office environment.
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven projects with multiple priorities.
  • May require overtime or weekend work during peak project phases.
  • Interaction with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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