Electrical Testing Supervisor

Alstom; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Melbourne is seeking an Electrical Testing Supervisor to lead train-level routine commissioning and validation testing. You will work closely with Engineering, Quality and Warranty teams to ensure tests are executed safely and to specification on site.

The role requires an A Grade Electrical Licence, proven supervision experience in a T&C environment, and strong troubleshooting skills. You will log defects, prepare accurate test reports and contribute to continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• Proven supervision skills in a Test & Commissioning environment.
• Ability to follow test procedures and electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and issue-resolution capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise day-to-day testing activities at the commissioning site.
• Conduct Train Level Routine Commissioning and support Validation testing.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during commissioning and warranty phases.
• Generate and issue test reports upon completion.
• Log defects using Failure Reporting Tools and coordinate with Engineering.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in testing processes.

Skills

Electrical supervision

Follow test procedures

Troubleshooting

Test reporting

Safety awareness

Education

A Grade Electrical Licence

Tools

Failure Reporting Tools

Job description

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Electrical Testing Supervisor

Date: 20 Oct 2026

Company: Alstom

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80, 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the next Test Supervisor in Newport we’re looking for?

Your future role

You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of train-level routine commissioning and validation testing, contributing directly to the delivery of high-quality rail solutions. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Engineering, Quality, and Warranty teams), troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the commissioning and warranty phases, and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Plan and supervise day-to-day activities
• Perform Train Level Routine Commissioning and support to Validation testing - Static and Dynamic Tests in accordance with test procedures at Commissioning Site, sign off test specification sections as appropriate.
• Troubleshoot and rectify arising Technical Issues during Commissioning & Warranty Phase.
• Deliver Test completion in accordance with the Train Delivery Schedule.
• Generate and Issue Test Reports for completed Tests.
• Accurately report failures on the dedicated Failure Reporting Tool.
• Liaise with Engineering on any arising quality/reliability issues that are identified.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement Initiatives, process and procedure improvements.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• A Grade Electrical Licence.
• Proven supervision skills in T&C environment.
• Able to follow Test Procedures and electrical schematics.
• Excellent technical troubleshooting skills.

Ability to log and escape defects using Failure Reporting Tools and prepare accurate test reports to support issue resolution and testing outcomes.

• Track Safety Awareness and RIW Card

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.