Switchroom Construction Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Switchroom Construction Manager to lead the successful construction and assembly of transportable switchrooms.

You will be responsible for coordinating people, resources, subcontractors, materials and construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Working closely with Project Delivery, Engineering & Design, Procurement, Manufacturing and Production teams, you will provide strong leadership throughout the construction phase and ensure customer commitments are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain rolling four-week look-ahead plans.

• Coordinate labor, materials and subcontractors to meet project requirements.

• Monitor project progress and proactively identify scheduling and resource risks.

• Coordinate construction sequencing to optimize workflow and meet delivery milestones.

Construction Delivery

• Oversee the construction and assembly of transportable switchrooms.

• Manage day-to-day construction activities to ensure safe, efficient and compliant delivery.

• Ensure work is completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and customer requirements.

• Resolve construction issues and escalate safety, quality and schedule risks where required.

Resource & Subcontractor Management

• Coordinate internal electrical and mechanical labor resources.

• Plan and manage subcontractor activities in line with project schedules.

• Monitor subcontractor performance and resolve scheduling or resource conflicts.

• Work with Procurement and Manufacturing to ensure materials and fabrication requirements are available when needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering & Design to resolve technical and drawing-related issues.

• Partner with Project Delivery to align construction activities with overall project objectives.

• Collaborate with Estimating during project handover and provide feedback for future tenders.

• Liaise with Manufacturing and Production to coordinate fabrication and workshop priorities.

Leadership

• Lead and support the Switchroom Construction team in line with company values.

• Foster strong collaboration across electrical, mechanical and subcontractor teams.

• Provide coaching, mentoring and day-to-day support to supervisors and team members.

• Promote accountability, teamwork and a culture of continuous improvement.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture across all construction activities.

• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, company policies and procedures.

• Support quality assurance requirements throughout project delivery.

• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications and customer requirements.

Operational Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve construction planning, design and project execution.

• Drive improvements in productivity, quality and construction methodologies.

• Capture lessons learned and implement improvements across future projects.

• Contribute to operational planning and resource optimization.

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years' experience in Switchroom manufacturing, construction or industrial project delivery.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary construction activities.

• Strong understanding of Switchroom construction and assembly processes.

• Experience managing subcontractors, resources and construction schedules.

• Proven experience leading electrical and mechanical trades.

• Strong planning, problem-solving and organizational skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Customer-facing experience.

• A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and competencies

• Permanent full-time role with a financially strong, ASX-listed employer

• Supportive team culture with genuine investment in safety and professional growth

• Generous employee referral program

• Excellent opportunity to take a key leadership role within a growing industrial project environment, working across complex Switchroom projects

• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

• WA location — no FIFO required; stable, local role

About us

At Mayfield, we are proudly Australian owned & operated since 1936 and pride ourselves on adding value through innovation and collaboration. This approach, combined with our commitment to our people and partners, allows us to be leaders in the design and manufacture of one of a kind and modular switchboard, control systems and transportable substation solutions to meet safety and reliability demands of critical electrical infrastructure across the nation.

Our values proudly focus on safety, partnerships, people, innovation, integrity, quality and community. We celebrate diversity, provide an inclusive working environment with great team culture, and we care about the wellbeing of our people.

Want more info? see our profile at https://mayfieldindustries.com.au/careers/

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your resume and a brief cover letter.

Mayfield Group Holding is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.