Electrical Construction Lead

POWERTECH PTY LTD; Málaga; Híbrido; AUD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Powertech Pty Ltd invites applications for an Electrical Construction Lead to join our Perth, Malaga based office. You will lead heavy industrial electrical construction projects, ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence, and mentor junior staff.

Reporting to the EPC General Manager, you will manage planning, procurement, and field execution, liaise with clients, and drive continuous improvement. Willingness to travel locally and to remote sites is essential.

Formación

• Minimum 2 years’ experience leading projects in heavy industrial and utility electrical projects.
• WA Electrical Licence with advanced knowledge of electrical products and standards.
• Experience as an Electrical Nominee.
• Strong understanding of construction processes (including issuing NOC and ESC), procurement, and material take-offs.
• Effective leader with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, MS 365) and project scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Skilled in estimating, planning, and scheduling construction works.
• Knowledge of contract conditions, including defects, EOTs, LDs, and notice requirements.
• Experienced in reviewing and marking up electrical/civil drawings and liaising with engineering teams on buildability.
• Strong time management, project coordination, and risk management capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver assigned projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
• Lead construction projects to meet safety, environmental, quality, schedule, and cost targets.
• Mentor and support the development of team members, including apprentices.
• Lead construction activities from planning through to completion, including site audits and resolving issues early.
• Liaise with stakeholders and clients to align outcomes with business and project objectives.
• Assist with project financial tracking, procurement decisions, tendering, and CAPEX planning.
• Support monthly reporting, risk assessments, and audit activities in line with enterprise frameworks.
• Manage inventory, tools, equipment, and logistics in collaboration with procurement and suppliers.
• Promote continuous improvement, drive innovation, support staff performance, and contribute to broader strategic decisions.
• Issue electrical preliminary notices and notices of completion for projects when required.
• Be willing to travel locally and to remote locations depending on project requirements.

Conocimientos

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Communication

Planning & scheduling

Educación

WA Electrical Licence

Herramientas

MS Project

Primavera P6

MS Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

Powertech is an Electrical Engineering Services Provider delivering HV/LV & E&I engineering, installation, commissioning, testing and operations and maintenance services to our clients in the Mining & Minerals, Oil & Gas, Energy & Utilities, Refineries & Infrastructure, Defence, Renewable Energy, Ports & Rail Sectors across Australia, and SE Asia.

Due to a consistent rate of company growth, which is paving the way for further expansion into local markets, we currently have a requirement for an ElectricalConstruction Lead to join us on a full-time basis in our Perth, Malaga based office.

Reporting to the EPC General Manager, Main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Deliver assigned projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard
• Lead construction projects to meet safety, environmental, quality, schedule, and cost targets
• Mentor and support the development of team members, including apprentices
• Leading construction activities from planning through to completion, including conducting site audits and resolving issues early
• Liaise with stakeholders and clients to align outcomes with business and project objectives
• Assist with project financial tracking, procurement decisions, tendering, and CAPEX planning
• Support monthly reporting, risk assessments, and audit activities in line with enterprise frameworks
• Manage inventory, tools, equipment, and logistics in collaboration with procurement and suppliers
• Promote continuous improvement, drive innovation, support staff performance, and contribute to broader strategic decisions
• Issue electrical preliminary notices and notices of completion for projects when required
• Be willing to travel locally and to remote locations depending on project requirements

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience leading projects inheavy industrial and utility electrical projects
• WA Electrical Licencewith advanced knowledge of electrical products and standards
• Experience as an Electrical Nominee
• Strong understanding ofconstruction processes (including issuing NOC and ESC), procurement, and material take-offs
• Effective leader with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, MS 365) and project scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera P6)
• Skilled in estimating, planning, and scheduling construction works
• Knowledge ofcontract conditions, including defects, EOTs, LDs, and notice requirements
• Experienced in reviewing and marking up electrical/civil drawings and liaising with engineering teams on buildability
• Strong time management, project coordination, and risk management capabilities

Powertech is an equal opportunity employer and we support diversity in our workplace