Deputy Electrical Manager

Core Talent; Muswellbrook Shire Council; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Site allowance

Superannuation

Job summary

Core Talent seeks a Deputy Electrical Manager for a major utility‑scale solar project. Based in Muswellbrook, you will lead electrical engineers, supervisors and subcontractors, ensuring safe, on‑time delivery and high quality across installation, testing and commissioning.

You will drive technical reviews, supervise the electrical scope, and coordinate with project teams to deliver across engineering, construction and commissioning, embracing HSE standards and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years' experience across electrical engineering, construction or project delivery.
• 3–5+ years' experience in a supervisory or management position.
• Experience in solar/renewable energy, infrastructure or major construction projects is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee electrical engineering and site activities across the project.
• Manage electrical installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Lead and support Electrical Engineers, Supervisors, Technicians and subcontractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, method statements and technical documentation.
• Coordinate electrical works with project teams, consultants, suppliers and other disciplines.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Drawing interpretation

HSE awareness

Contractor management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Deputy Electrical Manager – Utility Scale Solar - DIDO and FIFO considered
Location: Muswellbrook
Salary: $150-180k + super, $20k car allowance, 10% site allowance ($203-239,600k package)
Roster: 10/4 (DIDO and FIFO considered for the role)

The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Deputy Electrical Manager to join a major utility-scale solar project. This is a senior leadership role overseeing electrical engineering, construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities across the project.

You will lead electrical engineers, supervisors, technicians and subcontractors, ensuring electrical works are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee electrical engineering and site activities across the project.
• Manage electrical installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Lead and support Electrical Engineers, Supervisors, Technicians and subcontractors.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, method statements and technical documentation.
• Coordinate electrical works with project teams, consultants, suppliers and other disciplines.
• Monitor programme, budgets, resources and overall electrical project delivery.
• Identify technical issues and drive practical solutions and corrective actions.
• Support procurement through technical review of electrical equipment and materials.
• Oversee quality inspections, testing and project documentation.
• Prepare progress and technical reports for project leadership.
• Ensure strong HSE, quality and compliance standards across all electrical activities.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7-12 years' experience across electrical engineering, construction or project delivery.
• 3-5+ years' experience in a supervisory or management position.
• Proven experience managing electrical installation, testing and commissioning.
• Experience across solar, renewable energy, infrastructure, industrial or major construction projects highly regarded.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems and engineering practices.
• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics and technical specifications.
• Strong leadership, planning, coordination and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing resources, contractors and project priorities.
• Strong understanding of HSE and quality requirements.

What's on Offer

• Senior electrical leadership role on a major renewable energy project.
• Responsibility across engineering, construction and commissioning.
• Opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary electrical team.
• Excellent exposure to a major utility-scale solar project and Australia's growing renewable energy sector.