Electrical Project Lead (Contract)

About the role

An experienced Electrical Project Lead is needed to support a portfolio of capital projects at a large industrial operation in Gladstone, Queensland. Working in a live operating environment, the role leads electrical capital projects from planning and scope development through to execution, commissioning and handover. Initial projects include HV and LV substation cell replacements and associated switchgear upgrades. This is an initial 6-12 month full-time on-site contract; accommodation, FIFO and living-away-from-home allowances are not available.

Key responsibilities

• Lead electrical capital projects from concept, planning and execution through to handover
• Manage contractors, consultants and project delivery partners
• Coordinate project scopes, schedules, budgets and risk management
• Work closely with operations, maintenance and engineering stakeholders
• Monitor progress and report regularly to key stakeholders
• Support procurement, vendor management and contract administration
• Ensure compliance with site safety standards, engineering requirements and regulations
• Coordinate commissioning and project close-out documentation

Required profile

• Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer or equivalent project delivery background
• Experience delivering electrical capital projects in industrial, manufacturing, resources, chemical or process plant environments
• Experience delivering HV and/or LV electrical infrastructure projects
• Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, cost and delivery outcomes

Required skills

• HV and LV electrical infrastructure projects
• ABB switchgear or protection systems experience highly regarded

What we offer

• Initial 6-12 month contract with possible extension
• Gladstone-based site role
• Approximately 40-hour weeks during planning, with 12-hour days during key execution and shutdowns

To apply, candidates should submit an updated CV or contact the recruiter for a confidential discussion.