Electrical Foreman - Culcairn BESS

Bouygues Construction SA; Culcairn; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bouygues Construction Australia is seeking an Electrical Foreman to lead electrical installation activities on utility-scale solar farm projects in Culcairn. You will coordinate field crews and ensure work is performed safely, on schedule, and to the required electrical codes and project standards.

You will work closely with the Site Superintendent, Project Manager, engineers, subcontractors and clients to deliver efficient, compliant solar PV installations and mentor a capable team on site.

Qualifications

• Electrical license and trade qualification required.
• 3–5 years of electrical construction experience, preferably solar/renewables.
• Experience leading electrical crews.
• Knowledge of solar PV electrical systems and cabling.
• Ability to read drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong safety and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electricians, apprentices, and electrical subcontractors on site.
• Plan daily electrical activities, labour, materials and equipment.
• Oversee installation of solar PV systems including DC/AC components.
• Review drawings and schedules to ensure correct execution.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, permits, and safety requirements.
• Conduct toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and safety inspections.
• Mentor and develop team members.
• Report progress to Site Superintendent/Project Manager.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover.

Skills

Electrical license

Trade qualification

Solar PV systems

Supervisory experience

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Electrical license

Job description

Electrical Foreman - Culcairn BESS Job Alerts Link Job Description Electrical Foreman - Culcairn BESS Job Location City: Culcairn Country/Region: Australia Contract Type: Permanent Pole: TRAVAUX PUBLICS (AP003) Full/Part Time: Full Time Remote/Onsite: On-site/Office based Travel Requirements: No travel required Requisition ID: 4382 Information at a Glance

At Bouygues Construction Australia, we are dedicated to the design, construction, and delivery of nation shaping projects across civil infrastructure, engineering, and energy and services.
We have proudly been working in Australia for more than 25 years.
Our local experience in underpinned by significant global expertise and resourcing.

About the Role

The Electrical Foreman leads and supervises electrical installation activities on utility-scale solar farm projects. This role is responsible for coordinating field crews, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to the required quality and electrical code standards. The Electrical Foreman works closely with the Site Superintendent, Project Manager, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives to deliver efficient and compliant solar PV installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electricians, apprentices, and electrical subcontractors on site.
• Plan daily electrical activities, allocate labour, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Oversee installation of solar PV systems, including DC cabling, combiner boxes, inverters, transformers, switchgear, underground conduit, grounding, and monitoring systems.
• Review drawings, specifications, work packs, and schedules to ensure correct execution of works.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable electrical codes, project specifications, permits, and safety requirements.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and site safety inspections.
• Identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor installation, quality and carry out inspections before testing and commissioning.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, commissioning, and grid-connection teams to resolve construction interfaces.
• Track labour productivity, progress against schedule, material usage, and outstanding work.
• Report daily progress, issues, delays, and resource requirements to the Site Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Support testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, punch-list completion, and project handover activities.
• Mentor and develop team members, ensuring work is performed efficiently and professionally.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must have Electrical License & trade qualification
• Minimum 3–5 years of electrical construction experience, preferably including utility-scale solar, renewable energy, substations, or industrial projects.
• Previous supervisory or foreman experience leading electrical crews.
• Demonstrated experience with solar PV electrical systems, including DC and AC distribution equipment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, cable schedules, and technical specifications.
• Strong leadership, crew-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings and electrical schematics.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Proven commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

Bouygues Construction Australia values diversity and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.