Construction Lead

Aggreko, LLC; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Landmark project delivery

Safety-focused culture

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Aggreko is seeking a Construction Lead (Electrical) for a site-based role in North Central Queensland, overseeing installation, testing and pre-commissioning of Thermal, Solar and BESS systems at the Eva Copper Mine near Cloncurry.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, interpret electrical drawings, and ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery while coordinating with engineering and project teams on a 2/1 roster with travel from Brisbane.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years in industrial installations and supervision, with at least 5 years in high voltage power generation projects.
• Proven experience with Thermal, Solar, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Proficiency in reading drawings, schematics, and technical docs, plus testing equipment knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, testing, and pre-commissioning of electrical systems for Thermal, Solar and BESS projects.
• Ensure integration of Solar and BESS with the thermal plant connection and off-grid setup.
• Interpret electrical diagrams and specs; conduct site inspections to mitigate hazards.
• Coordinate tasks, monitor progress and ensure milestones are met; lead toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Manage subcontractors and provide daily progress reports to the Construction Manager.

Skills

Electrical Systems

HV/LV Switching

Project Management

Safety Leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as Construction Lead (Electrical) based North Central Qld, This is a site-based role working a 2/1 roster, with travel arranged from Brisbane.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Construction Lead (Electrical) to oversee all the installation, testing, and pre-commissioning activities for a combined Thermal, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Solar, Power Plant Project at the Eva Copper Mine located near Cloncurry. This position will be responsible for ensuring that all construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in strict compliance with project specifications, electrical codes, and quality standards. This role is a multi-disciplinary role and requires strong leadership, technical expertise in both Thermal Generation, Solar and BESS technologies, and a commitment to project success.

Benefits

• Opportunity to be pivotal in the delivery of a land mark Renewable Power Project
• Competitive compensation
• Safety-focused culture
• A range of career development opportunities

What you’ll do as Construction Lead (Electrical)

• Oversee the installation, testing, and pre-commissioning of all the construction activities, including, but not limited to, the electrical systems, including MV/HV switchgear, transformers, generators, control panels, cabling, grounding, and lighting systems for Thermal , Solar and BESS systems.
• Ensure proper integration of the Solar and BESS electrical systems with the thermal plant off grid connection.
• Interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify, mitigate, and control hazards.
• Co‑ordinate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to project schedules and milestones.
• Conduct regular toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Collaborate with the Project and engineering teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor the quality of the installation, ensuring workmanship meets project standards and specifications.
• Oversee pre‑commissioning checks, functional testing, and support commissioning activities.
• Subcontractor Management across Multi‑Disciplinary Teams.
• Provide daily progress reports to the Construction Manager, highlighting achievements, challenges, and resource needs.

You are

• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in Industrial Installations and supervision, with at least 5 years in high voltage power generation projects.
• Proven experience with both thermal power plant electrical systems, Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Strong understanding of testing equipment and procedures.
• Valid Electrician's License.
• Vocational training, Supervisor training or similar (S1,2,3).
• Valid driver's license & First Aid Cert.

Our people are can‑do, positive, resilient and persistent.

If that feels like you, and build your career with the people bringing energy to the world.

Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences.

We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

At Aggreko, we provide energy solutions so communities can thrive and businesses can grow.

We bring power, heat and cooling to customers and communities wherever they need it.

No two days are the same. We work in dynamic environments and offer a wide range of opportunities for motivated people to enrich their lives and communities.

If you are prepared to give us your best, you can learn and grow quickly.

We are building a culture and an environment where everyone can be at their best.

We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we achieve our potential.

Join us, bring your energy, and grow your career.