Electrical Commissioning Technician

Intellect Systems Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee recognition programs

Employee discounts and benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Intellect Systems invites applications for FIFO Electrical and Instrumentation Commissioning Technicians in Western Australia. Roles involve commissioning equipment and packages across site projects, with 12+ months of commissioning experience in mining or heavy industry.

A WA Electrical Licence (unrestricted) and safety certifications are required; D&A screening and medical clearance may be requested. Roster 8:6 or 2:1, 12‑hour shifts, Perth‑based site access, and travel time/expenses are

Qualifications

• WA Electrical License (unrestricted)
• 12 Months+ Commissioning experience (Mining, Oil & Gas or Heavy Industry)
• Ability to read electrical drawings, P&ID’s and loop drawings
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Current WA Driver's Licence (C Class)
• D&A Screening and Pre-Employment Medical clearance desirable
• LVR/CPR certification preferred
• White Card (Construction) WA

Responsibilities

• Completion of ITRs across the commissioning lifecycle through to hand over
• Marking Up Drawings (Redline/Blueline)
• Perform loop checks, calibration and verification of field instrumentation
• Conduct function testing of motors, switchgear, MCCs, valves, transmitters, PLCs and SCADA systems
• Conduct fault-finding and rectification works
• Maintain safety compliance with OHSE policies and procedures

Job description

Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia

Casual Temporary Intermediate

Posted 14 Oct 2026

Description

At Intellect Systems, you will join a talented team providing bespoke end-to-end Operational Technology solutions in the mining, oil and gas, agriculture, renewables, and manufacturing sectors. Our capabilities include control systems, electrical engineering, industrial IT & communications, switch room & panel manufacturing, process optimisation, and commissioning & completions.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE:PWR), Intellect Systems offers the ideal working environment where you will enjoy direct access to leadership and the ability to make an impact typically found in small companies while benefiting from the stability, resources, and growth opportunities that come with being part of a global Fortune 200.

We have a very strong pipeline of work with career development opportunities, excellent company culture and safety focus.

We have multiple FIFO opportunities available for Electrical and Instrumentation Commissioning Technicians, working with leading clients including Tier 1 Mining Companies.

• Point of Hire:Perth
• Roster 8:6 or 2:1
• 12 hour shifts
• Projects from 3 months to 6 months
• Paid travel time & expenses (Perth – Site – Perth)
• Superannuation paid on all site hours
• Multiple sites (North West WA)
• Opportunity for professional development and growth

About the roles:

Join our team and play a key role in commissioning a range of equipment and packages.

Responsibilities include:

• Completion of ITR’s across the commissioning lifecycle through to hand over
• Marking Up Drawings (Redline / Blueline)li>
• Perform loop checks, calibration and verification of field instrumentation.
• Conduct function testing of motors, switchgear, MCCs, valves, transmitters PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Conduct fault finding and rectification works
• Maintain a strong safety focus and comply with Intellect Systems’ & Client OHSE policies and procedures
• Current WA Electrical License (unrestricted)
• Current LVR / CPR
• WA White Construction Card
• WA Drivers License (C Class)
• Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical and D&A Screening
• 12 Months + Commissioning experience (Mining, Oil & Gas or Heavy Industry)
• Ability to read and correctly interpret electrical drawings, P&ID’s and loop drawings
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

Highly Desirable

• Rio Tinto, BHP, or FMG Inducted
• Experience with conveyor systems, crushers, pumps, motors, and associated field equipment.
• Cert IV in Electrical - Instrumentation
• High Risk Work Licence – EWP (WP)
• Confined Space Entry & Gas Testing

Working with Intellect Systems:

• Employee recognition programs
• Access to employee discounts and benefits
• Support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Strong pipeline of projects coming through

Company Overview

Smarter Solutions. Intellect Systems are experts in developing bespoke turn-key operational technology solutions from concept to reality. We engineer, manufacture, implement and optimise our projects in-house to the highest level of quality and compliance. Our end to end process merges our collective skill sets in control systems, electrical engineering, Industrial IT, switchboard and panel manufacturing and commissioning and completions, to extract maximum value for our clients.