Senior PLC & Automation Supervisor - Civil Infrastructure

Bouygues Construction Australia

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Bouygues Construction Australia is seeking a PLC Supervisor to oversee installation, testing, commissioning and optimisation of PLC and industrial control systems across project delivery and operations. You will lead on-site automation, manage subcontractors, ensure compliance with safety standards, and drive successful system integration for the T2D motorway project in Adelaide.

The role requires supervision of PLC technicians, electricians, and automation teams, with strong emphasis on

Qualifications

Trade qualification or Engineering qualification in Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
Demonstrated experience supervising PLC or automation works on construction, infrastructure, industrial, or manufacturing projects.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, control schematics, and functional descriptions.
Experience with major PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider, ABB).
SCADA/HMI integration experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise PLC technicians, electricians, and automation subcontractors on site.
Coordinate daily automation activities in alignment with construction and commissioning schedules.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to site personnel.
Drive a strong safety culture consistent with project and organisational requirements.
Oversee installation, configuration, and commissioning of PLC systems and control networks.
Ensure PLC programming aligns with functional descriptions, control philosophies, and client requirements.
Support integration between PLC, SCADA, HMI, instrumentation, and field devices.
Review control system documentation including I/O lists, cause & effect matrices, and FAT/SAT procedures.
Plan and execute PLC testing, loop checks, and system commissioning activities.
Coordinate FAT and SAT.
Identify and resolve automation and control system faults.
Support staged commissioning and operational handover.
Interface with Electrical, Mechanical, and Engineering teams to resolve site issues.
Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, and compliance.
Contribute to look-ahead planning and progress reporting.
Manage defects, punch lists, and commissioning close-out activities.
Ensure works comply with WHS legislation, electrical standards, and project procedures.
Participate in risk assessments, SWMS reviews, and permit processes.
Maintain quality assurance documentation and inspection records.
Promote safe isolation, lock-out/tag-out, and commissioning safety practices.
Maintain accurate commissioning records and system documentation.
Support development of operating manuals and handover packages.
Provide regular status updates to project leadership.