If you’re like us, you don’t have much time for the way things are.
Ausenco is a global company redefining what’s possible. Our team is based across 22 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide. Combining our deep technical expertise with a 30-year track record, we deliver innovative, value-add consulting studies, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions to the mining & metals, oil & gas, and industrial sectors.
Join our team and be part of an exciting execution-phase project in the North American mining industry. You'll play a key role in critical project phases, from Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering to Construction, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of commodities. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
We are looking for a Project Electrical HV Coordinator (NPI) experienced in mining projects to join our team to support recent business success and growth. You will have a strong background in high voltage (HV) systems and substation construction to support the delivery of major mining and minerals projects. This is a site-based role responsible for supervising electrical construction activities across HV infrastructure and power distribution systems in remote project environments.
The position operates on a rostered FIFO rotation and requires strong leadership capability in remote construction environments.
About the role
- Supervise daily electrical construction activities associated with HV infrastructure and substation installation works.
- Lead and coordinate electrical trades, subcontractors, vendors, and commissioning personnel on site.
- Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, standards, and project procedures.
- Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning support for HV equipment and electrical systems.
- Monitor compliance with HSE requirements, permit systems, isolation procedures, and electrical safety standards.
- Conduct toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, field inspections, and safety observations.
- Coordinate construction sequencing and interface activities with civil, structural, mechanical, and commissioning teams.
- Review IFC drawings, schematics, cable schedules, switching procedures, and technical documentation.
- Track and report construction progress, workforce productivity, material requirements, and site issues.
- Support QA/QC activities including inspections, test packs, punch lists, and turnover documentation.
- Assist with energization planning and commissioning readiness activities.
The role may oversee:
- HV and MV power distribution systems.
- Substation construction and installation.
- Transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.
- HV cable installation and terminations.
- Earthing and lightning protection systems.
- MCCs, switch rooms, and E-houses.
- Overhead and underground power infrastructure.
- Electrical infrastructure for mining and mineral processing facilities.
About you
- 15 years’ experience in electrical construction supervision within mining, minerals, oil & gas, or heavy industrial projects.
- Demonstrated experience delivering HV and substation projects in remote construction environments.
- Strong understanding of electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and energization processes.
- Experience supervising electrical subcontractors and multi-disciplinary site teams.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, single line diagrams, and technical specifications.
- Solid understanding of HV safety requirements, isolation procedures, and permit-to-work systems.
- Electrical trade qualification and relevant electrical license.
- HV switching certification and/or commissioning exposure highly regarded.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Safety-focused with a proactive approach to risk management.
- Ability to perform effectively in remote, fast-paced project environments.
- Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities and interfaces.
- Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving capability.
We’re committed to a fair and human hiring process. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team and are not automatically screened or rejected by AI.
Why Ausenco?
We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:
Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution
Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.
We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.
As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.
Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Join us and work a better way.
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