Electrical Commissioning Technicians

RSGx; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates + project incentives

Permanent job opportunities with RSGx

14:7 roster with 11hr workdays

Job summary

RSGx is seeking Electrical Commissioning Technicians to support a major urea project in Western Australia. The role focuses on instrumentation, control systems, loop checking, testing, calibration and functional verification during commissioning and start-up.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years post-trade electrical experience, FIFO readiness, and proven ability to interpret drawings, perform pre-commissioning activities, and work safely on large-scale industrial sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-trade electrical experience, with commissioning focus.
• Experience in industrial electrical construction, pre-commissioning and testing.
• Familiarity with switchboards, MCCs, motors and electrical equipment.
• Experience with cable testing and verification.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with commissioning documentation, LOTO and permit-to-work environments.

Responsibilities

• Undertake instrumentation pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Test and verify LV electrical installations and equipment.
• Complete point-to-point testing and cable verification.
• Perform insulation resistance, continuity, polarity and earth continuity testing.
• Test and commission switchboards, MCCs, distribution boards and associated equipment.
• Conduct motor testing, rotation checks and functional testing.
• Assist with electrical energisation activities.
• Fault find and rectify electrical issues identified during commissioning.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, cable schedules and termination schedules.
• Complete commissioning documentation, ITRs and test sheets.
• Identify and close out commissioning punch-list items.
• Verify completed construction works prior to commissioning.
• Complete red-line/mark-up documentation where required.
• Work under project permit-to-work, isolation and LOTO systems.
• Liaise with commissioning engineers, supervisors and other disciplines.
• Participate in pre-starts, toolbox meetings and safety activities.
• Maintain a high standard of safety, quality and housekeeping.

Job description

About Us

Resource Services Group (RSGx) is a trusted leader in delivering integrated Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation (ME&I) solutions, supporting major projects across the Oil & Gas, Mining, and Infrastructure sectors both in Australia and internationally. With a strong reputation and growing project portfolio, RSGx continues to play a key role in delivering critical infrastructure and energy developments.

The Opportunity

RSGx is supporting our client to deliver a major urea manufacturing project in Western Australia. Once complete, the facility will be the largest in Australia and among the largest globally, incorporating industry-leading, more sustainable production processes. The project is expected to generate around 2,000 jobs during construction and deliver lasting benefits to the local community through careers, training, and business opportunities.

We are seeking a number of qualified and experienced Electrical Commissioning Technicians. Previous experience working FIFO in Mining, Construction or Project based environments will be highly regarded.

These positions will support the commissioning and start-up phase of the project, with a focus on instrumentation, control systems, loop checking, testing, calibration and functional verification.

Daily Duties

The Electrical Commissioning Technician will be responsible for the testing, verification, fault finding and commissioning of electrical systems and equipment throughout the project.

• Undertake instrumentation pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Test and verify LV electrical installations and equipment.
• Complete point-to-point testing and cable verification.
• Perform insulation resistance, continuity, polarity and earth continuity testing.
• Test and commission switchboards, MCCs, distribution boards and associated equipment.
• Conduct motor testing, rotation checks and functional testing.
• Assist with electrical energisation activities.
• Fault find and rectify electrical issues identified during commissioning.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, cable schedules and termination schedules.
• Complete commissioning documentation, ITRs and test sheets.
• Identify and close out commissioning punch-list items.
• Verify completed construction works prior to commissioning.
• Complete red-line/mark-up documentation where required.
• Work under project permit-to-work, isolation and LOTO systems.
• Liaise with commissioning engineers, supervisors and other disciplines.
• Participate in pre-starts, toolbox meetings and safety activities.
• Maintain a high standard of safety, quality and housekeeping.

Essential Qualifications/tickets

Ideally 5+ years post-trade electrical experience, with demonstrated experience in:

• Industrial electrical construction
• Pre-commissioning and commissioning Electrical testing and fault finding
• Switchboards and MCCs Motors and electrical equipment
• Cable testing and verification
• Electrical drawings and schematics
• Commissioning documentation LOTO and permit-to-work environments

We are specifically looking for electricians with commissioning experience rather than candidates whose experience is primarily limited to construction installation

Tickets Required

• White card
• Confided space
• EWP
• Working at heights
• WA Electrical license/Instrumentation tickets

Why RSGx?

• Competitive rates + project incentives
• Permanent job opportunities with RSGx
• 14:7 roster with 11hr workdays
• Weekly pay (no waiting around)
• Work with a reputable, well-established contractor

Ready to Get on Site?

If you are looking for consistent work, strong rates, and quality projects, this is your opportunity to align yourself with a contractor that delivers. Be part of the next wave of major WA projects with RSGx.

If this sounds like the role for you,