Lead / Senior Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Lead/Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Pluto Train 1 Modification Project team based in Karratha. This critical position will play a key role in the successful execution of electrical systems and infrastructure modifications during the construction and commissioning phase of the project. The role offers a FIFO 2:1 roster and runs until the end of 2026. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical oversight and support for electrical installation, testing, and commissioning works.
• Ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with design specifications, standards, and project requirements.
• Interface closely with construction, commissioning, and QA/QC teams to ensure seamless coordination and timely resolution of site queries, field design changes, field discrepancy reports.
• Lead and participate in field engineering activities, including redlining drawings, updating documentation, and managing construction change notices.
• Support site acceptance testing and assist in the energisation and handover of electrical systems.
• Monitor and verify compliance with safety, quality, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Liaise with and management of vendor services and subcontractors to clarify technical requirements and manage scope during construction and plant shutdown stages.
• Support development and implementation of construction field installation work packs (FIWP), Facility electrical tie-ins and test packages.
• Drive technical assurance and participate in punch-listing and walkdowns.
   

Key Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 8+ years’ experience in electrical engineering within the resources or energy sector, with at least 3 years in site-based construction roles.
• Demonstrated experience supporting electrical works on brownfield or modification projects, ideally within LNG or hydrocarbons.
• Strong working knowledge of HV/MV/LV systems, MCCs, earthing, lighting, and hazardous area equipment.
• Familiarity with Australian Standards (AS/NZS 3000, 60079) and relevant codes.
• Proficiency in interpreting and reviewing electrical design deliverables, SLDs, wiring diagrams, termination, and cable schedules, etc.
• Experience in the preparation and review of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), Inspection Test Records (ITR’s) and Field Installation Work Packs.
• Knowledge and experience in existing Facility Permit to Work processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive and safety-focused mindset, with the ability to work effectively in high-performance site environments.

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