Electrical Project Coordinator

Kapsch Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite and supportive Team Environment

Continuous Learning opportunities

Access to EAP for employees and family

Christmas Special Leave

Company sponsored social activities

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Coordinator in Melbourne. This full-time role involves managing the installation of electrical components for infrastructure projects. Key responsibilities include overseeing contractors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in electrical supervision, relevant trade qualifications, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience on significant infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Proven ability to manage sub-contractors safely.
• Current Australian full driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead site contractors ensuring installations are safe and compliant.
• Act as on-site liaison between subcontractors and clients.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all on-site works.

Skills

Electrical Supervisor experience

Knowledge of AUS/NZ standards

Health and Safety legislation knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office suite proficiency

Education

Electrical Trade Qualification

Victorian Electrical License

Job description

We have an incredible opportunity for an experienced Electrical Project Coordinator to join our team in Melbourne on a full-time permanent basis. The successful candidate will manage complex and exciting projects at the cutting edge of technology in the transport industry space. The Electrical Project Coordinator is responsible to lead the adequate and safe installation of the electrical, mechanical and hardware components for the Kapsch ITS roadside installations to meet expected systems safety, availability, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise site contractors ensuring on-site installations are deployed and tested in accordance with the requirements and maintained in a safe working condition.
• Act as the main on-site liaison between subcontractors, client, and the Project Managers.
• Enforce site safety, compliance, and quality control.
• Ensure the electrical safety of the installations and meet electrical regulatory obligations.
• Coordinate the installation and conduct inspections to ensure completed work meets relevant codes, client requirements, and standards.
• Report to the relevant Project Manager and take their direction regarding project-related activities.
• Provide technical input to the electrical design process and review and mark up drawings to produce As-Built documentation in accordance with the client’s requirements and relevant standards.
• Put in place and enforce procedures for safe execution of on-site tasks (including task Instructions, permits to work, Safe Work Method Statements and Toolbox talks) acting as Safety Representative on-site.
• Assess and manage site safety hazards.
• Issue certificate of compliance in accordance with the applicable state laws and regulations.
• Undertake materials and resource estimations for works to deliver within the boundaries of the approved budget.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all on-site works.
• Manage storage and inventory of materials and equipment.
• Assist with the installation, testing and maintenance of the Kapsch Systems.
• Complete all paperwork and permits associated with all installation and maintenance work.

Your profile

• Demonstrated experience as Electrical Supervisor on significant infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Electrical Trade Qualification, and current Victorian Electrical License.
• Sound knowledge of electrical AUS/NZ standards and construction safety regulations.
• Understanding of current Health and Safety legislation and a proven ability to pragmatically apply this knowledge in a construction environment.
• Experience managing people and sub-contractors ensuring they operate in a safe manner and in accordance with policies and procedures relating to Health, Safety and Quality.
• Competence in MS Office suite.
• Current Australian full driver’s license.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to create strong and productive relationships with staff and clients.
• Self-starter attitude and a high level of initiative, taking ownership of assigned tasks and able to see through to completion with high quality.

Our offer

• Onsite and supportive Team Environment
• Continuous Learning through various platforms
• Access to EAP for the employee and family members 24/7
• International career website - Opportunity to grow within our team or beyond
• Christmas Special Leave
• Company sponsored socials activities and end of year activities

How to apply

We welcome all applicants with the required qualifications including Australia’s first peoples and those on bridging visa and permanent resident visa. Candidates progressing to the pre-employment stage must present evidence of right to work in Australia and consent to obtaining additional checks that may include identity, verification, reference checks, criminal background checks, visa/immigration checks, and verification of academic qualifications.

If this sounds like an opportunity that suits you, please click the link below to apply. We look forward to receiving your interest!

Please no agency applications.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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