Workshop Supervisor QLD (Electrical)

Centurion Water; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Water is seeking a Workshop Supervisor (Electrical) to lead and supervise electrical and mechanical assembly in our workshop and coordinate site-based installation teams. The role combines hands-on electrical work with leadership, planning, and project delivery to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality outcomes.

The successful candidate will oversee workshop electricians, technicians, apprentices, and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with Australian Standards, customer specs, and

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or equivalent electrical qualification.
• Completion of a recognised four-year Electrical Apprenticeship.
• Desirable: Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or equivalent supervisory training.
• Desirable: PLC-based control systems and instrumentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise workshop electricians, technicians, apprentices and subcontractors.
• Ensure work meets safety, quality, and productivity requirements.
• Plan and manage installation and commissioning activities for projects.
• Maintain compliance with company procedures and relevant Australian standards.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Team management

Safety

Planning

Education

Trade certificate/electrical qualification

Electrical Apprenticeship (4-year)

Leadership/Management training

Tools

PLC and instrumentation knowledge

Job description

The Workshop Supervisor (Electrical) is a trade-qualified Electrician responsible for leading and supervising electrical and mechanical assembly activities within the workshop and managing installation teams during site-based works. This is a hands‑on leadership role that combines technical expertise, workforce supervision, quality assurance, planning, and project delivery. The role is responsible for ensuring that all equipment, systems, and projects are constructed, tested, documented, installed, and commissioned safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

The successful candidate will provide day‑to‑day leadership to workshop electricians, technicians, apprentices, and subcontractors while ensuring compliance with company procedures, Australian Standards, customer specifications, and project quality requirements.

Full-Time role under the Electrical, Electronic and Communications Contracting Award 2020

• Trade Certificate or equivalent electrical qualification relevant to the role.
• Completion of a recognised four-year Electrical Apprenticeship.
• Demonstrated experience within the water treatment industry is highly regarded. (Desirable)
• Experience leading, supervising, and guiding teams of tradespeople both in the workshop and out onsite.
• Background in new plant construction, including electrical installation and commissioning support.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, as well as effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and proactive approach to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Experience completing and reviewing ITPs, ITCs, commissioning documentation and quality records.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems and instrumentation. (Desirable).
• High Risk Work Licences. (Desirable).
• Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or equivalent supervisory training. (Desirable).
• Proven ability to work to tight schedules and meet critical deadlines in high‑pressure environments.
• Commitment to conducting all work in accordance with Centurion Regional and Local Business Policies, including the Code of Conduct, Business Ethics Procedure, HSEQ Policy, and all applicable Project Execution Procedures.