Electrical Estimator

Ampcontrol; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcontrol in Mackay is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join the team and run budgets and tenders across mining projects from early stages to submission. You’ll work with customers, engineering and project teams to deliver accurate estimates and compelling tenders.

The role emphasizes proactive, commercially-minded individuals with strong electrical and budgeting skills, capable of handling multiple tenders and building lasting client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing electrical estimates, budgets or tenders.
• Hands‑on experience with HV/LV electrical systems, plant or equipment.
• Ability to understand project requirements and build strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate budgets, estimates, quotations and tender submissions.
• Working directly with customers to understand project requirements, scope and expectations.
• Supporting pre‑engineering activities and project reviews.
• Managing multiple tenders across different areas of the Mining business.
• Reviewing project requirements to ensure estimates align with standards, contracts and budget.
• Developing competitive and achievable solutions with internal teams.
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Contributing to improved tender outcomes and business growth.

Skills

Electrical trade background

HV/LV electrical systems

Electrical mining equipment

Electrical estimates/budgets/tenders

Strong communication

Customer-focused

Organisational skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Engineering qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We’re looking for an Electrical Estimator to join our team in Mackay, offering a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, working closely with customers and being involved from the early stages of a project through to tender submission.

You’ll play an important role in developing accurate budgets and tenders across a diverse range of mining projects.

The role will see you working across everything from large‑scale capital projects and equipment replacements through to budget estimates, while collaborating with customers, engineering and project teams.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing accurate budgets, estimates, quotations and tender submissions.
• Working directly with customers to understand project requirements, scope and expectations.
• Supporting pre‑engineering activities and project reviews.
• Managing multiple tenders across different areas of the Mining business.
• Reviewing project requirements to ensure estimates align with relevant standards, contracts, legislation and budget expectations.
• Working closely with internal teams to develop competitive and achievable solutions.
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Contributing to improved tender outcomes, win rates and business growth.

About you:

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, commercially minded and technically capable, with a genuine interest in developing their career within Ampcontrol.

You will ideally have:

• An electrical trade background or engineering qualification.
• Hands‑on experience with HV/LV electrical systems, plant or equipment.
• Experience or exposure to electrical mining equipment.
• Experience preparing electrical estimates, budgets or tenders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A customer‑focused approach and ability to build positive relationships.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in