EOI Electricians – Expression of Interest

Espec Australia Pty; Katherine; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Espec Australia Pty is seeking an Electrical Tradesperson in the Northern Territory to support construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance of overhead and distribution systems. You will work under supervision, ensuring work complies with license requirements and safety standards.

The role emphasizes mentoring apprentices, leading on-site safety, and coordinating with the Kolsen group environment while contributing to quality management and environmental practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy industrial electrical construction, including HV equipment and substations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and schematic drawings.
• Experience with distribution systems, switchboards, and control wiring.
• Familiarity with copper busbar power distribution systems.
• Strong understanding of power industry and heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Commitment to promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Safety, health and environment on site, complying with policies.
• Supervise, coach and mentor apprentices; maintain communication on site.
• Lead and promote integrated management systems for Quality, Safety, Health and Environment.
• Ensure electrical work is performed by licensed personnel appropriate to the work.
• Identify hazards, advise on safety procedures and monitor practices.
• Support QHSE objectives and report issues to management.

Skills

heavy industrial electrical work

high-voltage equipment

substations

read electrical drawings

distribution systems and switchboards

control systems wiring

copper busbar distribution

power/heavy industry environment

leadership and mentoring

safety culture advocacy

Job description

Job Overview

The Electrical Tradesperson is accountable under the leadership and direction of a supervisor to carry out the duties associated with the construction, commissioning, operating, and maintenance of overhead and underground and distribution systems.

The Electrical Tradesperson is accountable to operate safely and effectively as a team member in the work environment. This may also include duties associated with the construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of substations.

Responsibilities of this position

• Safety, Health and Environment

Ensure workforce fully understand and comply with the Kolsen QHSE requirements and relevant policies.

Be proactive in identifying hazards, developing safety procedures, and encouraging continuous improvement in relation to HSE.

Ensure that all electrical work is performed by and supervised by holders of electrical work license appropriate to the work.

Assist in identifying hazards, advising on safety procedures, and monitoring work practices to ensure adherence to correct procedures and standards for safety and environmental performance. Support the Kolsen Group corporate quality, safety, health, and environmental management systems by:

• Reporting to your Manager or QHSE Manager any situation that could result in harmto a person, the environment or may adversely affect the services we providefor our customers.

• Report to your Manager or QHSE Manager any opportunity that you believe would improve the quality of service we provide our customers or could reduce the potential for harm to people or the environment.

Understand and support the annual QHSE objectives.

To immediately pause or make safe any work condition or activity that could result in immediate harm and immediately notify either by phone or in person the responsible line manager and the QHSE adviser or Director.

Leading and promoting the implementation of integrated management systems for Quality, Safety, Health and the Environment.

Ensure apprentices perform works only as per Division 3A of the “Electrical Workers and Contractors Act 1978”

Quality

Ensure that all electrical installation work is in accordance with the relevant(latest editions)

Statutory Requirements, State Legislation, Australian Standards and Site Quality Requirements.

People and Teams

Supervise, coach and mentor apprentices. Maintain a high level of communication and cooperative working relationships on site. Be proactive in reporting any workforce issues and concerns.

Other

Undertake other tasks to support the projector business operations as required. Adhere to

the Direction, Competence, Opportunity, and Motivation (D-COM) principles.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in heavy industrial electrical construction, including installation of high-voltage (HV) equipment and systems
• Experience in the construction of substations (highly advantageous)
• Proven ability to read and interpret electrical and schematic drawings
• Experience in assembly, fit-out, and wiring of distribution systems and switchboards
• Experience in control systems assembly, fit-out, and wiring
• Familiarity with custom and modular enclosure systems assembly
• Experience working with copper busbar power distribution systems
• Strong understanding of power industry and/or heavy industry environments
• Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to guide and mentor others
• Commitment to promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture

Licences & Requirements:

• Current Northern Territory Electrical Trade Certificate or NT Electrical Worker Registration
• Current Northern Territory “C” Class Driver’s Licence

Desirable:

• Experience with PWC (Power and Water Corporation) projects highly regarded

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to be part of a large parent company with long-term career growth
• Immediate start available for the right candidates
• Competitive pay rates based on experience
• Strong opportunities for career progression and development
• Open to experienced tradespeople seeking to step into mentoring and leadership roles