Project: Utility-Scale Solar Farm
Location: Shepparton Region
Role Overview The Electrical Supervisor will oversee all electrical installation and commissioning works on a utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) plant and associated substation. Acting on behalf of the client, the role ensures that the contractor delivers high-quality work in compliance with project specifications, standards, and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervision and Oversight
- Monitor and inspect all electrical works, including PV arrays, inverters, transformers, and substation installations.
- Ensure that contractors adhere to design specifications, project timelines, and quality standards.
- Verify proper installation and testing of electrical systems, including cabling, earthing, and high-voltage equipment.
- Quality Assurance
- Conduct regular inspections to identify non-conformities and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Review and approve contractor work method statements, risk assessments, and test results.
- Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards, including IEC, NEC, and local regulations.
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
- Enforce adherence to site safety protocols and electrical safety standards.
- Participate in safety audits and ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Coordination and Reporting
- Liaise with contractors, consultants, and the client team to resolve issues and clarify technical queries.
- Prepare and submit daily and weekly progress reports to the project manager.
- Support commissioning activities and handover documentation.
- Documentation and Compliance
- Ensure accurate documentation of all electrical works, including redline drawings, test reports, and quality records.
- Verify that as-built documentation aligns with completed works.
- Minimum 3 years experience in electrical supervision, preferably on utility-scale solar projects, but open to other power projects
- Ideally an understanding of PV plant components and substation systems, including high-voltage systems
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in using electrical design software and tools (preferred).
- Relevant safety certifications (e.g., First Aid, High Voltage Switching, or equivalent).