About the Company

MEC NT are proud to be a locally owned and operated business delivering high-quality Electrical and Civil construction solutions across the Northern Territory. From urban infrastructure and Defence facilities to remote community power systems, solar installations, and HV/LV works — our footprint spans Darwin, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Groote Eylandt, and the many communities in between.

With several major Government and Defence projects now underway, we’re growing our team to meet the demand. Our diverse project portfolio and commitment to excellence make MEC NT a trusted name in powering progress across the Territory.

About the Role:

MEC NT are seeking an experienced Electrical Production Supervisor to lead one of our project sites. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing electrical production activities, workshop personnel, quality, safety and delivery performance.

Unlike a traditional construction supervisor role, this position is based in a production environment where planning, coordination and efficient workflow management are critical to success.

If you're an experienced licensed electrician with strong leadership skills and a passion for building high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing:

Lead and supervise electricians, apprentices, trade assistants and workshop personnel

Coordinate daily production activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and on schedule

Plan labour, equipment, materials and resources to maximise productivity

Monitor quality standards and ensure products are built to specification

Oversee testing, commissioning and quality control processes

Ensure compliance with WHS requirements, electrical standards and company procedures

Manage workshop workflow, priorities and production schedules

Liaise with Project Managers, suppliers and internal stakeholders

Mentor apprentices and develop capability within the team

Drive continuous improvement across safety, quality and productivity

What we're looking for

Current Electrical Licence (essential)

Current Driver's Licence

Previous experience in a Supervisor, Leading Hand or Foreman role

Strong electrical trade background

Experience managing teams in a workshop, production or construction environment

Excellent planning, communication and leadership skills

Sound understanding of WHS and quality requirements

Ability to lead by example and build a positive team culture

What we're offering:

Immediate start (rate is dependent on experience)

Permanent full-time position

Competitive salary package based on experience

Diverse and interesting projects across the NT

Strong pipeline of work and long-term career stability

Supportive management team and positive workplace culture

Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities

Join a well-established company with a strong pipeline of projects and a great reputation across the NT

A supportive team culture with regular social events and team BBQs

Favourable Attributes:

Contractor Management or Frontline Leadership qualifications

PLEASE APPLY VIA THIS LINK TO DIRECTLY APPLY, NOT THE QUICK APPLY SEEK BUTTON

https://mecnt.hrpartner.io/jobs/electrical-production-supervisor-2zzp5

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Once you have submitted your application, please wait to be contacted by MEC NT regarding the outcome.