About the job Electrical Supervisors
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to support the delivery of surface and underground capital projects for a Tier 1 Mining Operation in Queensland.
With the underground mine expansion progressing, this role will play a key part in delivering critical electrical infrastructure projects including:
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Installation and commissioning of underground substations
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Medium and high voltage distribution infrastructure
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Surface-to-underground power reticulation
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Electrical works associated with a new fresh air raise and ventilation fans
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Supporting infrastructure across both surface and underground environments
This is a hands-on leadership role within the capital delivery team, responsible for safe execution, contractor coordination, and ensuring works are delivered to scope, schedule, and quality standards.
Contract & Roster
Contractor Position
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Initial 12-month+ (strong likelihood of 2-year capital program)
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8 days on / 6 days off FIFO roster
Embarkment Locations: Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane
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Direct flights to site
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Meals and accommodation provided
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Project / Construction Lead, you will:
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Supervise and coordinate electrical construction activities across capital projects (surface & underground)
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Lead crews and contractors to ensure safe, compliant and efficient execution of works
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Ensure strict adherence to site safety, environmental and statutory requirements
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Drive execution in line with approved detailed job plans and project schedules
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Manage work orders and track progress using SAP and reporting systems
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Participate in planning and coordination meetings with engineering, operations and project teams
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Provide technical oversight across medium and high voltage installations
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Monitor quality of installation, testing and commissioning activities
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Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies
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Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement
About You
You are a safety-driven electrical leader with strong underground project delivery experience within mining capital environments.
You will demonstrate:
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Minimum 5+ years experience in a mining electrical environment
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5+ years in a supervisory or leading hand capacity
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Proven experience supervising underground electrical capital works
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Experience delivering medium and high voltage infrastructure projects
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Trade-qualified Electrician (4-year accredited apprenticeship or equivalent)
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Queensland Electrical Licence (or ability to obtain)
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Strong working knowledge of statutory compliance in underground mining
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Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office for work management and reporting
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Strong problem-solving capability across equipment, materials, methods and site coordination
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Ability to lead diverse teams and contractors in high-risk environments
Additional HV switching, testing & commissioning experience will be highly regarded.
Why This Role?
This is an opportunity to be embedded within a significant underground expansion program at one of Australias leading Tier 1 mining operations. You will play a critical role in delivering essential infrastructure that supports long-term production growth.
If you are an experienced Electrical Supervisor looking for a technically challenging capital delivery role within a well-structured operation, we would like to hear from you.