Senior Electrical Field Operations Leader – Hunter Region

seek.com.au; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SEEK is seeking an experienced Electrical Field Operations Superintendent for the Hunter Region to lead site-based electrical workforce across NSW and Queensland projects. This senior role combines hands-on leadership with accountability for workforce planning, safety compliance and operational standards, spanning multiple sites.

You will work closely with Project Managers and site personnel to allocate resources, mentor teams and improve field performance, while maintaining a regular site

Qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification or extensive experience managing electrical and trade-based workforces.
• Proven leadership across mining, heavy industrial, power generation or major construction projects.
• Experience coordinating trades personnel and resources across multiple sites or concurrent projects.
• Strong knowledge of site safety systems, SWMS, permits, compliance and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to develop people and build a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of electricians, Leading Hands, apprentices and trade assistants across multiple project locations.
• Coordinate labour allocation, rosters, leave and workforce availability to meet changing project requirements.
• Maintain a visible presence across project sites, supporting supervisors and ensuring operational standards are achieved.
• Oversee Site Management Plans, SWMS, permit systems and HSEQ requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve workforce efficiency and site practices.
• Mentor emerging leaders, support apprentice development and maintain workforce competencies, licences and training requirements.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and retention of skilled trades personnel.
• Provide regular updates on workforce utilisation, operational risks, training requirements and site performance.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Planning

Communication

Site safety knowledge

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Job description

SEEK is seeking an experienced Electrical Field Operations Superintendent for the Hunter Region to lead site-based electrical workforce across NSW and Queensland projects. This senior role combines hands-on leadership with accountability for workforce planning, safety compliance and operational standards, spanning multiple sites.

You will work closely with Project Managers and site personnel to allocate resources, mentor teams and improve field performance, while maintaining a regular site