Electrical Supervisor

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary continuance

Annual review

Discounted Hitachi products

Employee Assistance Program

Flu vaccinations

Social events

Health & Wellbeing

Extra leave days

Professional development

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Australia is seeking an enthusiastic Electrical Supervisor based in Brisbane, Australia. You will oversee electrical construction activities on ETCS L2 projects, coordinating internal teams and subcontractors to meet safety, quality and schedule targets.

They require a trade qualification in signalling or electrical with 5+ years in railway signalling and a Cert IV in Electrical or Signalling L2, plus proven HSE capability.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in signalling or electrical with relevant railway experience.
• Minimum 5 years in railway signalling and similar roles.
• Certified IV Electrical or Signalling L2 mandatory and HSE competency.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead and oversee electrical construction activities for ETCS L2 projects.
• Coordinate electrical site activities with internal teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure safety compliance and report on progress and cost against objectives.

Skills

Trade qualification in signalling

Railway signalling

Electrical experience

Health & Safety initiatives

Planning & organisational skills

Brownfield signalling experience

Software tools knowledge

Education

Cert IV in Electrical or Signalling L2

Tools

Electrical engineering software

Job description

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Job ID: R0137844 Date Posted: 2026-08-04 Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Profession (Job Category): Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Electrical Supervisor with high attention to detail, resilient under pressure with the ability to operate effectively within a culturally diverse work environment. This position is based in Brisbane, Australia. The Electrical Supervisor is responsible for the control and/or coordination of Electrical construction activities to ensure that assigned projects are completed to the client's satisfaction and to meet quality, time and profit objectives. Monitor progress, ensuring that work quality and techniques are of a high standard, and report regularly on project performance and cost against company objectives. Ensure that safety is an integral component of all construction planning and processes.

Accountabilities

The key accountabilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Plan, lead, and oversee construction activities based on signalling and functional documentation, including 'set to work' supervision.
• Manage the Electrical team and subcontractors for ETCS L2 project delivery and coordinate all electrical site activities according to the project plan.
• Optimize project resources, both internal and external, to meet milestones and deliverables.
• Collaborate with the HSE team to define site safety requirements and implement HSE initiatives in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure HSE compliance, defining site safety requirements, and implementing initiatives.
• Provide regular progress reports on construction activities and resource performance evaluations.

Qualification & Experience

• Trade qualification in signalling and/or electrical.
• 5+ years in Railway signalling
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Cert IV in Electrical or Signalling L2 (Mandatory)
• Demonstrated competency in implementing Health & Safety initiatives.
• Outstanding planning and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated experience working within a brownfield railway signalling environment.
• Knowledge of software tools and technical systems.

At Hitachi Rail, we know that a diverse business is a sustainable business. Working collaboratively with a range of internal networks, we're continuously improving our policies and products. From accessible, sustainable design to achieving a better gender balance. We base these efforts on our core values: Harmony, Sincerity, and Pioneering spirit. And by aligning with these, we're able to create a workplace where people not only feel comfortable but are given opportunities to thrive.

What we offer

• Salary continuance.
• Annual performance, development, and salary review process.
• Invitations to purchase discounted Hitachi products.
• Employee Assistance Program (employees and family).
• Flu Vaccinations.
• Invitation to attend and participate in Company sponsored social events throughout the year.
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
• Days off per year sponsored by the company in addition to the statutory public holidays and leave entitlements.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view.

It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.