Senior Electrical Supervisor

Downer; Logan City; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major infrastructure impact

Autonomy

Career progression

Health and wellness benefits

Supportive team

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced M&E Senior Supervisor to lead electrical, communications and mechanical infrastructure projects in Queensland, guiding construction through commissioning. You will supervise crews, subcontractors and stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality outcomes.

You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, mentor supervisors, drive safety and continuous improvement, and build strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Current Queensland Electrical Workers Licence.
• Minimum Cert III Electrotechnology (Electrician).
• Strong experience leading electrical construction and commissioning teams.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors, direct workforce personnel and project delivery outcomes.
• Sound knowledge of electrical standards, testing principles and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative leadership style that gets the best out of people.
• Passion for safety, quality and delivering exceptional project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction and commissioning activities across electrical, communications and mechanical infrastructure projects.
• Manage supervisors, field crews and subcontractors to achieve project milestones.
• Build strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Drive productivity, quality and project performance across multiple work fronts.
• Coordinate resources, materials and construction programs to keep projects on track.
• Mentor team members and develop future leaders within the business.
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure projects are delivered right first time and exceed client expectations.

Education

Cert III Electrotechnology (Electrician)

Queensland Electrical Workers Licence

Job description

Some supervisors manage tasks. Others lead entire programs.

We're looking for an experienced M&E Senior Supervisor to take the reins on the delivery of electrical, communications and mechanical infrastructure projects, leading crews, subcontractors and stakeholders from construction through to commissioning.

This is a role for someone who enjoys being where the action is. You'll be trusted to make decisions, solve problems, build strong teams and maintain momentum on projects that matter. Every day will bring a different challenge, whether it's coordinating field resources, managing client expectations, mentoring supervisors or finding a smarter way to get the job done.

If you're ready to step into a role where your leadership genuinely influences project success, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Lead construction and commissioning activities across electrical, communications and mechanical infrastructure projects
• Manage supervisors, field crews and subcontractors to achieve project milestones
• Build strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders
• Drive productivity, quality and project performance across multiple work fronts
• Coordinate resources, materials and construction programs to keep projects on track
• Mentor team members and develop future leaders within the business
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement
• Ensure projects are delivered right first time and exceed client expectations

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead major infrastructure projects that have a lasting impact on communities
• A leadership role with genuine influence and autonomy
• Career progression within one of Australasia's leading infrastructure providers
• Suite of Downer benefits, including health and wellness initiatives
• A supportive team environment where strong leadership is recognised and rewarded

What we’re looking for

• Current Queensland Electrical Workers Licence
• Minimum Cert III Electrotechnology (Electrician)
• Strong experience leading electrical construction and commissioning teams
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors, direct workforce personnel and project delivery outcomes
• Sound knowledge of electrical standards, testing principles and safety requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative leadership style that gets the best out of people
• Passion for safety, quality and delivering exceptional project outcomes

About the team

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfying the project minimum requirements, a pre-employment medical and evidence of your right to work in Australia.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.