Electrical Commissioning Supervisor

Airswift; Perth; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Supervisor for a 12-month FIFO contract in Pilbara, Western Australia. You will lead electrical testing, energisation and handover on a major iron ore mining project, working with engineering, construction and operations teams to deliver safe, compliant HV/LV system handovers.

The role requires extensive commissioning exposure in heavy industry, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety, with a 2:1 roster and a focus on decarbonisation

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in electrical commissioning, preferably in iron ore or heavy industry.
• Experience in FIFO roles and remote site operations.
• Proven ability to supervise commissioning across HV/LV systems and substations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate commissioning activities with project schedules.
• Lead commissioning electricians, technicians and subcontractors on site.
• Review drawings and procedures to support safe execution.
• Witness, validate and document testing outcomes for compliance.
• Promote safety through toolbox talks and permit-to-work compliance.
• Prepare commissioning dossiers, test records and handover docs.
• Monitor quality and drive timely resolution of defects.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Protection schemes

Commissioning practices

Interpret electrical drawings

Pre-commissioning checks

Leadership & team coordination

Safety culture & PTW

Stakeholder engagement

HV/LV commissioning

Mining/heavy industry experience

Remote FIFO operations

Education

Electrical Trade Certificate or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Commissioning Supervisor

Duration: 12-month contract with likely extension

Schedule: 2:1 roster

Location: Pilbara, Western Australia

This opportunity is suited to an experienced commissioning professional looking to lead electrical testing, energisation, and system handover on a major iron ore mining project in a FIFO environment. The role supports safe and efficient delivery across HV/LV systems, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and control panels while working closely with engineering, construction, and operations teams. This position offers the chance to contribute to a high-profile decarbonisation project with strong long-term prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate commissioning activities in line with project schedules and construction milestones.


• Ensure commissioning readiness through close collaboration with engineering, construction and HSE teams.


• Review electrical drawings, procedures and technical documentation to support safe execution.


• Lead commissioning electricians, technicians and subcontractors across site activities.


• Provide technical guidance, troubleshoot issues and drive timely resolution of defects.


• Supervise pre-commissioning, commissioning and energisation activities for HV/LV systems, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, substations and associated infrastructure.


• Witness, validate and document testing outcomes to ensure compliance with design and statutory requirements.


• Promote a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, permit-to-work compliance and safe work practices.


• Prepare commissioning dossiers, test records, handover documentation and progress reports.


• Monitor quality standards, verify installations and ensure successful project handover.

Required Education

• Electrical Trade Certificate or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Required Experience

• HV commissioning experience


• Minimum 10 years’ experience in electrical commissioning, ideally within iron ore or heavy industrial projects


• Previous experience in FIFO roles and remote site operations


• Experience overseeing commissioning and energisation of electrical systems across mining or heavy industry environments

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, protection schemes, and commissioning practices in mining or heavy industry


• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, and technical documentation


• Experience supervising pre-commissioning checks and functional testing of HV/LV systems, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and control panels


• Ability to troubleshoot faults and support safe, compliant system handover


• Strong leadership and team coordination skills across technicians, electricians, and subcontractors


• Commitment to health, safety, compliance, and quality assurance in remote site environments


• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills


• Familiarity with mining infrastructure including HV distribution, substations, and conveyors

Preferred Qualifications

• WA Electrical License


• HV Switching Ticket

About Airswift

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)