Electrical Construction Supervisor

Brunel; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrificing

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Brunel is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to oversee electrical construction across major renewable energy and mining infrastructure projects in WA.

You will supervise contractor crews, ensure safety and quality, and manage pre-start meetings, progress tracking, permits, testing and commissioning while maintaining strong stakeholder communication on site. Previous FIFO experience and WA driver license are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supervising electrical construction in mining/industrial/renewable projects.
• Experience across substations, transmission lines, solar farms or BESS.
• Experience working in remote FIFO environments.
• Must hold Electrical Trade Qualification and unrestricted Electrical Licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily electrical construction activities across assigned work fronts.
• Lead and coordinate contractor crews and site personnel.
• Ensure all works are performed safely and in compliance with WA standards.
• Conduct pre-start meetings, toolbox talks and field safety inspections.
• Monitor progress against construction schedules and manage delays or risks.
• Coordinate permits, isolations and access requirements for electrical works.
• Verify work quality and alignment with drawings and specs; support testing and commissioning.

Skills

Electrical supervision

Leadership

Safety management

Contractor coordination

Substations experience

FIFO remote work

WA Electrical Licence

Education

Electrical Trade Qualification

Unrestricted Electrical Licence

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

About This Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to oversee electrical construction activities across major renewable energy and mining infrastructure projects in WA. This role involves supervising contractors, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and delivering projects involving substations, transmission lines, solar farms and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Strong leadership and electrical construction essential

• Supervise daily electrical construction activities across assigned work fronts.
• Lead and coordinate contractor crews and site personnel.
• Ensure all works are performed safely and in compliance with Fortescue HSE standards.
• Conduct pre-start meetings, toolbox talks and field safety inspections.
• Monitor progress against construction schedules and escape delays or risks.
• Coordinate permits, isolations and access requirements for electrical works.
• Verify work quality and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and standards.
• Support testing, commissioning and energisation activities.
• Maintain strong communication with supervisors, contractors and project stakeholders.
• Promote a positive safety culture and strong team performance on site.

Requirements

• Electrical Trade Qualification and unrestricted Electrical Licence.
• Experience supervising electrical construction works within mining, industrial or renewable energy projects.
• Demonstrated experience across substations, transmission lines, solar farms, BESS or industrial power infrastructure.
• Experience working in remote FIFO environments.
• Strong contractor supervision and leadership capability.
• Current WA Driver's Licence.

Desirable

• HV Switching qualification or authorisation
• Experience on renewable energy or decarbonisation projects.
• First Aid qualification.

Benefits

• Salary sacrificing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discounts

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.