Electrical Supervisor – FIFO 2:1

Our Client:

A Tier 1 mining company Roster: 2:1 FIFO ex‑Perth Location: Pilbara Region

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead electrical construction, commissioning and energisation activities across a large‑scale iron ore development. This is a frontline leadership role overseeing HV/LV systems, transmission line works, substations, and critical mining infrastructure including renewable energy projects.
You’ll drive safe execution, quality delivery and on‑time completion across multiple work fronts in a remote FIFO environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site execution of electrical construction, commissioning and energisation activities
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, equipment and daily work fronts
• Review drawings, ITPs, ITRs and commissioning documentation
• Oversee testing of HV/LV systems, switchgear, transformers, MCCs and control systems
• Validate test results, troubleshoot faults and ensure compliance with Australian Standards
• Conduct pre‑starts, toolbox talks, safety interactions and field inspections
• Maintain redlines, as‑builts, quality records and turnover documentation
• Report progress, risks, delays and productivity metrics to project leadership
• Mentor and support trades, technicians and contractors on site

What You Bring

• Electrical Trade Certificate or Electrical Engineering qualification
• WA Electrical Licence
• Experience supervising electrical construction or commissioning in mining, heavy industry or transmission line projects
• Strong understanding of HV distribution, substations, earthing systems and transmission infrastructure
• Ability to interpret drawings, SLDs, ITPs and technical documentation
• Proven leadership in FIFO or remote project environments
• Strong safety mindset and ability to enforce compliance

Highly Regarded

• HV Switching Ticket
• Experience with 220kV transmission line construction (monopoles, stringing, earthing)
• Exposure to large‑scale iron ore or major infrastructure projects

Why This Role

• Work on a high‑profile Tier 1 mining development
• Long‑term project pipeline and career progression
• Strong team culture with safety at the core
• Competitive rates and stable roster

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.