Electrical Site Supervisor-Testing & Commissioning

Powertech; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility in work arrangements

Expert team

Career growth

Diverse projects

Upskilling

Job summary

Powertech Brisbane is seeking an Electrical Site Supervisor-Testing & Commissioning to lead on-site testing and commissioning activities across mining, utilities and energy projects. You will work with construction teams to ensure safe, compliant, and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong site safety knowledge, ability to read commissioning drawings, and experience leading multidisciplinary crews. You will prepare safety documentation and support handover with clients.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in testing and commissioning, construction supervision, or oil & gas projects.
• Strong understanding of site safety requirements, permit systems, and risk management processes.
• Experience leading work crews and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in a live project environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret commissioning procedures, drawings, and technical documentation.
• HVProtection experience highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Project Manager in the planning, coordination, and execution of site testing and commissioning activities.
• Prepare and maintain site safety documentation, including Work Method Statements (WMS), SWMS, permits, risk assessments, and commissioning documentation.
• Conduct daily pre-start briefings, toolbox talks, and safety meetings with site personnel and contractors.
• Supervise testing and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with project procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate commissioning interfaces with construction teams, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Monitor work progress and ensure activities are completed in accordance with approved schedules.
• Assist with the preparation of test records, inspection reports, commissioning packs, and handover documentation.
• Identify, escalation, and assist in resolving site issues, defects, and commissioning constraints.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all work fronts.
• Support site inspections, audits, and compliance activities.

Skills

Testing & commissioning

Construction supervision

Stakeholder management

Safety compliance

Communication

Job description

Electrical Site Supervisor-Testing & Commissioning

Powertech is a leading Electrical EPC and Services provider, trusted for delivering complex and critical projects across Oil & Gas, Mining, Utilities, Defence, Infrastructure and Energy sectors since 1998. We embrace innovation and focus on technical excellence with a safety-first mindset. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and growth, creating a unique environment where every team member can achieve their full potential.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor-Testing & Commissioning to join Powertech supporting our Brisbane office on a Full-Time Permanent Basis.

Why Join Us?

Flexibility – Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle.

Expert Team – Join a crew that values innovation and collaboration.

Career Growth – Advance your skills on high-impact projects.

Diverse Work – Projects across mining, renewables, defence, rail, and more.

Upskilling – Learn, grow & advance your career.

About The Role:

Support the Senior Project Manager in the planning, coordination, and execution of site testing and commissioning activities.

Prepare and maintain site safety documentation, including Work Method Statements (WMS), SWMS, permits, risk assessments, and commissioning documentation.

Conduct daily pre-start briefings, toolbox talks, and safety meetings with site personnel and contractors.

Supervise testing and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with project procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.

Coordinate commissioning interfaces with construction teams, subcontractors, and client representatives.

Monitor work progress and ensure activities are completed in accordance with approved schedules.

Assist with the preparation of test records, inspection reports, commissioning packs, and handover documentation.

Identify, escalation, and assist in resolving site issues, defects, and commissioning constraints.

Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all work fronts.

Support site inspections, audits, and compliance activities.

About You:

Demonstrated experience in testing and commissioning, construction supervision, or oil & gas projects.

Strong understanding of site safety requirements, permit systems, and risk management processes.

Experience leading work crews and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in a live project environment.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to read and interpret commissioning procedures, drawings, and technical documentation.

HVProtection experience highly regarded.

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