Electrical Commissioning Superintendent

PERSOL is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options, we specialise in the recruitment of Professional, ICT, Government, STEM, Management and Executive talent.

We are seeking a Commissioning Superintendent to join a major energy and infrastructure project.

Roster: 2/1 FIFO from Perth

Start: ASAP start

Length: 12 months with potential to extend

Hourly rate: $105.00 - $145.00 p/h + Super depending on experience

The Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Superintendent to join a major energy and infrastructure project. This is a senior leadership role responsible for leading electrical commissioning activities and ensuring systems are safely energised, tested, and transitioned into operations.

This role will initially be Perth-based for testing and preparation, before transitioning to a 2:1 FIFO roster.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a large-scale project involving complex electrical infrastructure, power distribution systems, and control networks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate all electrical commissioning activities across site.
• Plan and execute pre-commissioning, FAT, SAT, and commissioning workflows.
• Oversee testing and commissioning of HV and LV electrical systems.
• Manage commissioning of SCADA, PLC and control systems integration.
• Develop and review commissioning test procedures and switching plans.
• Ensure systems achieve Ready for Commissioning (RFC) and Ready for Start-Up (RFSU) milestones.
• Lead safe energisation of high voltage systems in accordance with electrical safety standards.
• Review and approve commissioning documentation including ITRs, CVCs, and Notice of Energisation requirements.
• Coordinate closely with construction teams, vendors, and operations teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Manage commissioning risks including SIMOPS, HAZOP outcomes, isolations and permit requirements.
• Lead punch list walkdowns and ensure close-out of outstanding works.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to commissioning engineers and electricians.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Electrical Trade Qualification or Electrical Engineering Degree
• Current WA Electrical Licence
• High Voltage Switching certification
• White Card
• C Class Driver's Licence
• Section 26 completed (highly desirable)

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong experience commissioning HV substations or power distribution systems
• Experience working with SCADA, PLC, and electrical protection systems
• Solid understanding of commissioning systemisation and CMS processes
• Experience reviewing ITRs, CVCs, commissioning documentation and switching procedures
• Strong safety leadership with experience managing energisation activities
• Experience working on large infrastructure, mining, or energy projects

If you are interested in the role and fit the criteria, please apply online today!

If you have any further questions before applying online, please email Holly Storor at holly.storor@persolapac.com

**PLEASE NOTE - only online applications will be considered**

Who we are

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With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.

We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.

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Consultant

Holly.Storor@persolkelly.com.au

Reference number: 210368648

Profession:

Mining and Resources

Other

Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce

Date posted: 8th Mar, 2026