Electrical Manager

WeBuild; Burwood; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WeBuild in Australia seeks an experienced Electrical Manager to lead planning, design coordination and delivery of electrical works for the Terra Verde project, including temporary infrastructure and major plant.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will oversee design development through installation, commissioning and operation, working with construction, plant and subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient delivery. Strong leadership and knowledge of Australian standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Extensive experience in electrical engineering, design management or project delivery within major infra.
• Experience managing electrical works through design, construction, installation and commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and electrical safety practices.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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.