Electrical Supervisor

Electrical Supervisor – Wonarah Phosphate Project

Northern Territory
15/13 FIFO roster

Hays is excited to partner with Avenira Limited as they establish the team behind one of the Northern Territory's most anticipated new mining projects.

The Wonarah Phosphate Project represents a landmark greenfields mining development and will become the Northern Territory's first phosphate mine. This significant investment in the region presents a rare opportunity to join during the establishment phase of a new mining operation with long-term growth ambitions. Avenira is building the foundations for safe, efficient and sustainable production while creating a workplace centred on collaboration, accountability and operational excellence. Employees will have the opportunity to help shape systems, processes and culture from the ground up while contributing to the success of a project that has the potential to play an important role in the future of the Northern Territory resources sector.

About the Opportunity

Avenira is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to provide frontline leadership to the Electrical Maintenance team and ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the site's electrical infrastructure. Reporting to the Site Electrical Nominee/Maintenance Superintendent, you will lead electricians, apprentices and electrical contractors while coordinating maintenance activities across fixed plant, power generation and site services.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced electrical professional who enjoys supporting crews in the field, improving reliability and building strong maintenance systems. You will play a key role in establishing electrical standards, developing team capability and supporting operational readiness as the project progresses through its next phase of growth.

Roster and Location

• 15/13 FIFO roster.
• Points of hire: Darwin, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Townsville, Mt Isa and Cairns.
• Candidates from Tennant Creek and Mt Isa are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electricians, apprentices and contractors.
• Coordinate planned, breakdown and shutdown maintenance.
• Conduct pre-starts, toolbox meetings and shift handovers.
• Support fault diagnosis across fixed plant, power generation and infrastructure.
• Maintain Australian Standards, OEM and site compliance.
• Drive electrical reliability and schedule compliance.
• Lead safety interactions and critical control verification.
• Maintain records using Pronto or equivalent CMMS.

About You

• Electrical Trade Qualification and current NT Electrical Licence, or Mutual Recognition eligibility.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence, CPR, Low Voltage Rescue and First Aid.
• Minimum 5 years post-trade experience in mining, mineral processing or heavy industry.
• Leading Hand or Supervisory experience.
• Fixed plant, HV/LV, power generation and industrial electrical experience.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of electrical isolation, testing and compliance.
• CMMS experience, ideally Pronto.
• PLC/SCADA, HV switching, instrumentation or renewable energy exposure highly regarded.

What's on Offer

• Lead electrical maintenance for the NT's first phosphate mine.
• Balanced 14/14 FIFO roster.
• Join a significant greenfields project with long-term potential.
• Influence electrical systems, standards and team culture.
• Work across fixed plant, power generation and infrastructure.

If you're looking to take the next step in your leadership career and contribute to a major greenfields mining development, we'd love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV and take the next step.

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