Switchboard and Panel Shop Supervisor

Hahn Electrical Contracting Pty Ltd; City Of Kalamunda; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Income protection insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Novated leasing options for vehicles

Job summary

Hahn Electrical Contracting Pty Ltd in High Wycombe is seeking an experienced Switchboard & Panel Shop Supervisor to lead our workshop team on a full-time basis. You will oversee switchboard and panel manufacturing, drive safety, and coordinate jobs to meet deadlines and budgets.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong technical knowledge of low-voltage assemblies, and a proven ability to mentor staff. WA licence, clean compliance, and a proactive safety approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in switchboard building and panel wiring.
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of low-voltage switchboards, PLCs, VSDs and MCCs.
• Sound understanding of AS3000 SAA Wiring Rules and WHS.
• Current WA Electrical Workers Licence and Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day operations of switchboard and panel manufacturing.
• Manage workload, allocate tasks and monitor progress for timely completion.
• Promote a positive safety culture and oversee workshop safety.
• Assist in assembly and wiring of switchboards, distribution boards, PLCs, VSDs and MCCs.
• Interpret schematics and layout drawings; ensure quality checks and testing.
• Maintain records and liaise with clients to coordinate delivery timeframes.
• Prepare quotes and manage materials; ensure accurate timesheets and invoices.

Skills

Switchboard building

Panel wiring

Team leadership

Electrical schematics

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Education

WA Electrical Workers Licence

S26 Qualification

Police Clearance

Tools

AS/NZS 3000 knowledge

VSDs/MCCs knowledge

Low-voltage switchboards knowledge

Job description

Hahn Electrical Contracting is an Australian owned and run company, established for over 30 years. An industry leader in our field, Hahn Electrical Contracting services major clients in the mining industry, and is rapidly expanding.

The Position:

We are currently seeking an experienced Switchboard & Panel Shop Supervisor to lead our electrical workshop team as a full-time permanent position, based in High Wycombe.
This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical switchboard and panel-building expertise with workshop supervision and coordination. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of switchboard, underground panel and data centre electrical manufacturing, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard, while providing technical guidance and support to the team.

Working across a range of mining and industrial projects, you will play an important role in managing workshop priorities, maintaining quality standards and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The primary duties and responsibilities of a Workshop Supervisor include (but not limited to) the following;

Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the switchboard and panel manufacturing division.

Manage workshop workload, allocate tasks and monitor job progress to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.

Lead and promote a positive safety culture and be responsible for the safety of all personnel engaged in the workshop.

Assist in assembly and wiring low-voltage switchboards, distribution boards, PLCs, VSDs and MCCs as required.

Interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings and switchboard layout drawings.

Oversee copper busbar installation, wiring and assembly to project specifications.

Ensure all workshop activities are carried out in accordance with relevant electrical standards, safety requirements and quality procedures.

Carry out and oversee electrical testing, inspections and quality checks.

Promote a positive safety culture and ensure workshop personnel follow all relevant WHS procedures.

Provide technical support and assist with troubleshooting and fault finding.

Prepare job quotes, manage materials and ensure accurate completion of workshop documentation, including timesheets, purchase orders and test records.

Liaise with internal departments and clients to coordinate workload, project requirements and delivery timeframes.

Review completed work files and ensure accurate recording of labour and materials for invoicing.

What You'll Bring

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Demonstrated experience in switchboard building, panel wiring and electrical workshop environments.

Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.

Strong knowledge of low-voltage switchboards, distribution boards, PLCs, VSDs and MCCs.

Sound knowledge of 1000V starter panels for the underground industry.

Ability to interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings and layouts.

A current WA Electrical Workers Licence.

Strong understanding of relevant electrical standards, including AS/NZS 3000.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and workshop deadlines.

A proactive approach to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Strong communication skills and the ability to lead, mentor and develop a team.

Current WA Driver's Licence.

A minimum of 5-years’ experience as a senior electrician

A minimum of 2-years’ supervisory experience

A current WA Electrical Workers License

Current manual Drivers License

Current Police Clearance - within 3 months

S26 Qualification

Excellent knowledge of AS3000 SAA Wiring Rules, WHS Regulations (general), and WHS Regulations (mining).

Must be able to provide further training in electrical installations and equipment associated with the Mining Industry, for inexperienced electrical workers.

Ability to maintain good records and maintain electrical single line / schematic drawings.

Ability to carry out testing and checking of electrical installations and equipment.

Ability to fault find and repair all electrical installations, equipment and machinery used in the underground mining industry

CPR LVR

Highly desirable

Senior First Aid

Sound knowledge and experience in standard Microsoft applications

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (equal to or similar qualifications)

In addition to the above you will be required to pass a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol screen.

In return you will be rewarded with:

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive and proactive management

Income protection insurance (conditions apply)

Employee Assistance Program

Novated leasing options for vehicles (conditions apply)

Due to the large number of applications received, if you do not receive a response from us within 4 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Please feel free to reapply for any future vacancies.