Electrical Supervisor

Nepean; Kurri Kurri; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary

Discounts on brands

Flexible working arrangements

Family oriented culture

EAP wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Novated leasing options

Job summary

NEPEAN Longwall seeks an experienced Electrical Supervisor to establish and build the Electrical Department at the Kurri Kurri workshop in NSW. You will lead the wiring, inspection, repair, overhaul, and commissioning of electrical fit outs on small to large projects.

You will mentor electricians and apprentices, ensure AS3000/AS3800/AS4871 standards, and collaborate with the Projects team to meet timelines and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• NSW electrical trade qualifications are essential.
• Experience leading electricians and apprentices.
• Strong ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Interpret electrical schematics, drawings and scopes of work.
• Carry out control and power wiring of equipment.
• Fault finding and functional testing of electrical systems.
• AS3800 overhaul experience and safety compliance.
• Lead, mentor and manage electricians and apprentices.
• Coordinate with Projects to meet deadlines and budgets.

Skills

Autonomously work

Team leadership

Fault finding

Interpret schematics

Time management

Mining equipment knowledge

Education

NSW electrical trade qualifications

Tools

AS3000

AS3800

AS4871

Job description

About Us

At NEPEAN™, we are proud to be Australia’s leading privately owned engineering, mining services, and industrial manufacturing organisation. We have unique capabilities to deliver high value, innovative, and sustainable solutions for the world’s leading mining, construction, and transport companies. Over the last 40 years, hard work, technical credibility, and a willingness to tackle very challenging projects have earned NEPEAN an enviable reputation.

Today, our organisation employs more than 2,000 people across six continents and distributes products to over 65 countries worldwide.

NEPEAN Longwall®

(a division of NEPEAN™) partners with its customers to design, engineer, integrate, and support longwall equipment and systems. With purpose built facilities in both Queensland and New South Wales, including ourKurri Kurri workshop, NEPEAN Longwall offers a full suite of after sales services that support products throughout their entire lifecycle. Our experienced, committed, and motivated team has demonstrated its capability over many years in delivering reliable, high quality longwall equipment and system solutions.

The Opportunity

NEPEAN Longwall® has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Supervisor with Longwall experience to establish and build the Electrical Department at our Kurri Kurri workshop.

This role will lead the development of systems, standards, and capability while overseeing the inspection, repair, overhaul, and commissioning of electrical fit outs across small and large project overhauls, providing ongoing support to internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and scopes of work


• Carry out control and power wiring of electrical equipment


• Fault finding and functional testing of electrical systems and equipment


• AS3800 level overhaul of intrinsically safe control equipment


• Ensure high quality workmanship delivered on time and within budget


• Maintain calibration of electrical test equipment


• Ensure all tools, equipment, and machinery are kept in safe working order


• Manage document control and progress reporting


• Liaise with the Projects team to set priorities and meet key deadlines


• Lead, manage, and mentor electricians, trades assistants, and apprentices


• Maintain and manage compliance with AS3800 standards


• Coordinate handovers with other departments and deliver pre-start presentations


• Provide mentoring and support to apprentices


• People management, performance, and team development


• Communicate directly with the Operations Manager and General Manager to provide overviews, forecasts, and management of scopes of work and projects

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant NSW electrical trade qualifications


• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team


• Sound knowledge of underground and/or open-cut mining electrical equipment (highly regarded)


• Alternatively, experience in heavy industrial or process plant maintenance will be considered


• Strong knowledge of AS3000, AS3800, and AS4871 (preferred)


• AS3800 overhaul experience (highly regarded but not essential)


• Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills


• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and drawings


• Strong organisation and time-management capabilities


• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills


• High attention to detail


• Flexible approach to work, with availability for additional hours as required in line with NEPEAN Longwall fatigue management guidelines

What NEPEAN Longwall Offers

• Attractive salary


• Discounts on leading retail brands


• Discounts on food, entertainment, and petrol


• Flexible working arrangements


• Family-oriented business culture


• Family Christmas events


• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses


• Motor vehicle novated leasing options


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free wellbeing support for you and your family


• Agile and dynamic team environment


• Excellent career development and advancement opportunities within the NEPEAN Group

In return for your skills and commitment, you will be rewarded with competitive remuneration, a supportive and experienced team, an excellent working environment, and long-term career opportunities.

NEPEAN is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including diverse socio-Feconomic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islander communities.