Electrical Site Supervisor - Testing & Commissioning

About the role

Powertech, an electrical EPC and services provider active since 1998 across Oil & Gas, Mining, Utilities, Defence, Infrastructure and Energy, is looking for an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor for Testing & Commissioning to support its Brisbane office on a full-time permanent basis. The role supports the Senior Project Manager in planning, coordinating and executing site testing and commissioning activities.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain site safety documentation, including Work Method Statements (WMS), SWMS, permits, risk assessments and commissioning documentation.
• Conduct daily pre-start briefings, toolbox talks and safety meetings with site personnel and contractors.
• Supervise testing and commissioning to ensure compliance with project procedures, specifications and safety requirements.
• Coordinate commissioning interfaces with construction teams, subcontractors and client representatives.
• Monitor work progress against approved schedules and assist with test records, inspection reports, commissioning packs and handover documentation.
• Identify and escalate site issues, defects and commissioning constraints, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Support site inspections, audits and compliance activities.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in testing and commissioning, construction supervision or oil & gas projects.
• Experience leading work crews and coordinating multidisciplinary teams on live projects.
• Strong understanding of site safety, permit systems and risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret commissioning procedures, drawings and technical documentation.
• Relevant trade, diploma or engineering qualification preferred.

Required skills

• Testing and commissioning supervision
• Safety documentation (WMS, SWMS, risk assessments)
• HV protection experience highly regarded

What we offer

• Salary of $180,000 to $250,000.
• Flexible work arrangements suited to your lifestyle.
• Career growth and upskilling on high-impact projects.
• Diverse work across mining, renewables, defence, rail and more.