Electrical Supervisor

seek.com.au; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Tolls

Mobile phone

Other benefits

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead site teams across diverse commercial and industrial projects in Sydney. You will coordinate electricians, apprentices and subcontractors, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to client expectations.

You will mentor team members, support planning and scheduling, and collaborate with project managers to meet objectives while maintaining high quality and WHS standards.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Electrical Supervisor Licence required.
• Current Electrical Licence and White Card mandatory.
• Strong ability to read electrical drawings and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electricians, apprentices, and subcontractors.
• Ensure works meet project specs, safety requirements, and standards.
• Assist project managers with planning, programming, and scheduling.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and site performance to hit objectives.
• Conduct site inspections and manage WHS compliance.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Provide technical support and guidance to site personnel.
• Participate in hands-on installation work when required.
• Mentor apprentices and support development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Ability to read drawings

Education

NSW Electrical Supervisor Licence

Electrical Licence

White Card (CICI)

Job description

As an Electrical Supervisor, you will play a key role in leading site teams and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You'll be responsible for overseeing site operations, coordinating electricians and subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to client expectations across a diverse range of commercial and industrial projects.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electricians, apprentices, and subcontractors
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with project specifications, safety requirements, and industry standards
• Assist project managers with planning, programming, and scheduling project activities
• Monitor productivity, quality, and site performance to ensure project objectives are achieved
• Conduct site inspections and manage compliance with WHS requirements
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships
• Provide technical support and guidance to site personnel
• Participate in hands-on installation works where required
• Mentor apprentices and support the ongoing development of team members

About you

• Current NSW Electrical Supervisor Licence
• Current Electrical Licence
• White Card (Construction Industry Induction)
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical and layout drawings
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project team
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Reliable work ethic and commitment to safety and quality
• Knowledge and experience with switchboard installations, including ATS operations, relay logic, testing and commissioning
• Knowledge and experience with UPS systems, including battery replacement, installation, and decommissioning
• Knowledge and experience with generator installations and associated control systems
• Experience with commercial and industrial electrical projects
• Experience with shutdown planning, coordination, and execution
• Experience with testing, commissioning, fault-finding, and troubleshooting of electrical systems

About us

• Our growing, mid-sized electrical contracting company, with established offices in Sydney, Brisbane and Newcastle, is a well-established organisation with strong growth plans and a strong reputation for quality and client service.
• A positive and supportive work environment where your contribution is genuinely valued
• A clear career pathway with opportunities to progress into senior management roles
• Ongoing training, professional development, and exposure to a wide range of project types
• The stability of a well-established organisation with strong growth plans
• The opportunity to influence processes, mentor team members, and help shape Sydney operations
• Salary package, company vehicle, fuel card, tolls, mobile phone and other benefits will be negotiated based on experience and qualifications