Electrical Site Supervisor-Testing & Commissioning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Expert Team

Career Growth

Diverse Work

Upskilling

Job summary

Powertech is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor-Testing & Commissioning to join our Brisbane team on a full-time basis. You will support the Senior Project Manager with planning, coordination and execution of site testing and commissioning activities.

This role requires strong on-site leadership, dedication to safety, and the ability to read commissioning procedures and drawings. HV protection experience is a plus, and a relevant trade, diploma, or engineering qualification is

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.
• HV Protection experience highly regarded.
• Relevant trade qualification, diploma, or engineering qualification preferred.

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, elevate, 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

Oil & gas projects

Site safety

Communication

Reading drawings

HV protection

Education

Trade qualification / Diploma / Engineering qualification

Job description

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, elevate, 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.
• HV Protection experience highly regarded.
• Relevant trade qualification, diploma, or engineering qualification preferred.

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Electrical Site Supervisor-Testing & Commissioning • Brisbane, QLD, AU