Electrical Site Supervisor

We’re looking for an Electrical Site Supervisor to run day-to-day site operations and support project delivery across commercial and light industrial electrical works. This role suits a motivated electrical supervisor ready to step up into partial project management.

• Supervise electricians and subcontractors on site, coordinate daily tasks, and keep productivity on track.

• Run pre-starts/toolbox talks, maintain SWMS/JSA compliance, and actively manage hazards and site housekeeping in line with WHS requirements.

• Liaise with builders, clients, and other trades to resolve clashes and keep work fronts moving.

• Read and interpret drawings/specifications, mark up changes, and help maintain accurate as-built records.

• Plan short-term works (2–6 week lookaheads), coordinate access/permits, and schedule inspections/testing.

• Assist the Project Manager with procurement, RFIs, variations, progress claims, and basic cost tracking.

• Track labour/materials daily, maintain site diaries, and provide clear progress reporting.

• Support commissioning, testing, QA checks, and final handover documentation.

• Electrical trade qualification and current electrical licence (or ability to obtain/maintain in your state).

• Proven experience supervising crews on commercial/industrial electrical sites.

• Strong working knowledge of electrical safety and WHS obligations, including managing electrical risks, inspections/testing where required, and safe systems of work.

• Ability to interpret drawings, plan work, and coordinate multiple trades and stakeholders.

• Confident communication—able to lead on site and report clearly to the Project Manager.

• Current driver’s licence.

• Intermediate computer skills (Outlook/Excel) and willingness to use job management software.

• Cert IV in Project Management Practice (or working towards) / demonstrated exposure to PM tasks.

• First Aid/CPR, Working at Heights, EWP, and other relevant site tickets.

• Experience with QA documentation, commissioning and handover packs.

• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, or estimating for electrical projects.

• Full-time role with a stable pipeline of work.

• Clear pathway into Project Management with mentoring and support.

• Company vehicle

• Guaranteed time off over Christmas

• Training and development for licences/tickets relevant to the role.

• A safety-first team culture and well-structured systems.