Electrical Manager

Clough; Burwood; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Clough Limited is seeking an experienced Electrical Manager to join Terra Verde's Construction team. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead electrical works from design through commissioning across temporary infrastructure and major plant systems on a large tunnelling project.

You will oversee design development, interface management and subcontractor performance, ensuring safety, quality and programme objectives are met on site in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electrical engineering, design management or project delivery within major infrastructure, tunnelling, industrial or complex construction environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing electrical works through design, construction, installation and commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, electrical safety regulations and engineering practices.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, subcontractors and specialist consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of electrical engineering works across construction plant, temporary works and supporting infrastructure.
• Oversee electrical design development, technical reviews, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Manage temporary electrical infrastructure, including power distribution systems, substations, switchboards and associated installations.
• Provide technical guidance for electrical systems supporting tunnelling operations and major construction equipment.
• Coordinate electrical design and construction interfaces across engineering, plant, temporary works and construction teams.
• Review technical documentation, drawings, specifications and construction methodologies for compliance with project requirements.
• Manage electrical subcontractors, consultants and specialist suppliers to meet safety, quality and programme objectives.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges, design issues and construction interfaces.
• Ensure electrical works comply with Australian Standards and project safety procedures.
• Support procurement, technical evaluations, resource planning and programme development.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Electrical engineering

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Terra Verde is a joint venture between Webuild, GS Engineering & Construction (E&C) Australia, and Bouygues Construction Australia.

The joint venture combines experienced local personnel with global resources andexpertise.

Terra Verde is deliveringnearly 10kilometres of parallel tunnels between Glen Waverley and Box Hill, including 39 cross passages and two station boxes at Glen Waverley and Burwood in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, as part of the Suburban Rail Loop Project.

This is the largest infrastructure project in Victoria’s history, shaping Melbourne and Victoria for future generations.

About theOpportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Manager to join our Construction team on Terra Verde. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead the planning, design coordination, and delivery of electrical works associated with temporary infrastructure, construction plant and supporting systems across the project.

This key leadership role will oversee electrical engineering activities from design development through to installation, commissioning and operation, ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently. You will work closely with construction, engineering, plant and subcontractor teams to provide technical leadership and manage key project interfaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of electrical engineering works across construction plant (TBMs – Tunnel Boring Machines, Conveyor systems, grouting plant, water treatment plant), temporary works and supporting infrastructure (Site installations, offices, cribs,…).
• Oversee electrical design development, technical reviews, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Manage temporary electrical infrastructure, including power distribution systems, substations, switchboards and associated installations.
• Provide technical guidance for electrical systems supporting tunnelling operations and major construction equipment.
• Coordinate electrical design and construction interfaces across engineering, plant, temporary works and construction teams.
• Review technical documentation, drawings, specifications and construction methodologies for compliance with project requirements.
• Manage electrical subcontractors, consultants and specialist suppliers to meet safety, quality and programme objectives.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges, design issues and construction interfaces.
• Ensure electrical works comply with relevant Australian Standards, statutory requirements and project safety procedures.
• Support procurement, technical evaluations, resource planning and programme development.

Key Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in electrical engineering, design management or project delivery within major infrastructure, tunnelling, industrial or complex construction environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing electrical works through design, construction, installation and commissioning phases.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical infrastructure, power distribution systems and construction interfaces.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, subcontractors and specialist consultants.
• Proven ability to manage complex technical requirements, competing priorities and delivery programmes.
• Sound knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, electrical safety regulations and engineering practices.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in underground infrastructure, temporary electrical works, construction power systems or major tunnelling projects will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

At Terra Verde, we are committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. By joining our team asan Electrical Manager, you will contribute to one of Australia’s most transformative infrastructure projects and develop yourexpertisein a dynamic and supportive environment.

Terra Verde is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications fromdiverse backgrounds. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Priority Jobseekers and people with a multicultural background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Join the project that is creatinga lasting legacyon Victoria’s infrastructure!

The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law.

Working with Clough provides you with access to challenging projects and career opportunities, along with access to professional development through our various internal and external training programs.