Solar PV Electrical Foreman — Lead Field Crew

Bouygues Construction Australia; Culcairn; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bouygues Construction Australia is seeking an Electrical Foreman to lead electrical installation activities on utility-scale solar farm projects. You will coordinate field crews, ensure safe, on-schedule delivery, and meet quality and electrical code standards.

You will work with Site Superintendent, Project Manager, engineers, subcontractors, and clients to deliver compliant PV installations, review drawings, and manage daily activities.

Qualifications

• Electrical license and trade qualification are mandatory.
• 3–5 years of electrical construction experience, preferably in solar or substation projects.
• Proven supervisory experience leading electrical crews.
• Experience with solar PV electrical systems and distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electricians, apprentices, and electrical subcontractors on site.
• Plan daily electrical activities, allocate labour, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Oversee installation of solar PV systems, including DC cabling, combiner boxes, inverters, transformers, switchgear, underground conduit, grounding, and monitoring systems.
• Review drawings, specifications, work packs, and schedules to ensure correct execution of works.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable electrical codes, project specifications, permits, and safety requirements.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and site safety inspections.
• Identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor installation, quality and carry out inspections before testing and commissioning.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, commissioning, and grid-connection teams to resolve construction interfaces.
• Track labour productivity, progress against schedule, material usage, and outstanding work.
• Report daily progress, issues, delays, and resource requirements to the Site Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Support testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, punch-list completion, and project handover activities.
• Mentor and develop team members, ensuring work is performed efficiently and professionally.

Skills

Electrical License

Trade qualification

Supervisory experience

Solar PV systems

Job description

Bouygues Construction Australia is seeking an Electrical Foreman to lead electrical installation activities on utility-scale solar farm projects. You will coordinate field crews, ensure safe, on-schedule delivery, and meet quality and electrical code standards.

You will work with Site Superintendent, Project Manager, engineers, subcontractors, and clients to deliver compliant PV installations, review drawings, and manage daily activities.