Electrical Supervisor, Controls and Instrumentation

About the role

ACCIONA is recruiting an Electrical Supervisor for Controls and Instrumentation (EC&I) on the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant project in Perth, led by the Alkimos SeaWater Alliance consortium. The plant is designed, built, operated and maintained for ten years, with Stage 1 delivery of drinking water scheduled for 2028. The supervisor owns all EC&I work on site, from installation through testing, commissioning and handover.

Key responsibilities

• Lead EC&I work crews through installation, testing and commissioning
• Ensure work complies with drawings, specifications and Australian Standards
• Enforce safety, quality and regulatory compliance across all EC&I work
• Coordinate delivery with project managers, engineers and commissioning teams
• Manage critical path items and adjust resources to protect the program
• Enforce ACCIONA procedures and permit requirements with crews and subcontractors
• Resolve technical problems and contingencies without losing time or budget
• Inspect completed work, close non-conformities promptly and maintain quality standards

Required profile

• Electrical trade qualification and WA Electrical Licence
• Minimum 8 years of experience as a supervising electrician and instrument technician
• Previous supervisory experience on large industrial, mining, energy or infrastructure projects
• Cert IV in construction supervision desirable

Required skills

• Familiarity with ISO standards and Australian electrical infrastructure regulations
• Strong knowledge of permit-to-work systems, commissioning, QA/QC and leadership
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts and adapt to dynamic site conditions

What we offer

• Annual pay review and discretionary bonus
• Paid parental leave
• Company share options