Electrical Supervisor for High‑Voltage Substation Projects

About the role

The role places an experienced high‑voltage electrical supervisor in charge of substation installation on one of Australia’s largest transmission builds. You will lead crews and subcontractors to deliver safe, compliant, and on‑time electrical works.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise the electrical installation of substations from equipment set‑out through to handover.
• Ensure all works meet specifications, standards, and code of practice, and that hold‑point and witness actions are completed before work starts.
• Prepare and enforce safe work method statements and JSA cards, reviewing controls regularly.
• Lead subcontractors, monitor performance, and maintain high workmanship standards.
• Record non‑conformances, initiate corrective actions, and prioritize defect close‑out with the project team.

Required profile

• 5+ years supervising electrical installation works or managing electrical trade packages on major projects.
• Previous experience in high‑voltage environments.
• Strong knowledge of HS&E and regulatory requirements and ability to implement them on‑site.
• Clear verbal and written communication with the ability to give plain directions to construction workers.

Required skills

• High‑voltage electrical systems.
• Substation installation.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings.
• HS&E regulations and safe work method development.