The Company
LAI Group is one of Australia's largest LV & MV switchboards, control & Protection panels, MCCs, control rooms, Switchrooms, Structural steel including gantries and support structure and Modular buildings. With over 115 years of combined experience, we are a leader in the design and manufacture of custom products in Australia. As one of Australia's most highly experienced and innovative manufacturers, we offer a wide range of innovative custom-built solutions for our clients in diverse and growing industries such as Commercial, Power, Renewable, Mining & Resources, Infrastructure, and Rail.
LAI Group encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where your hard work and input does not go unnoticed. We work with our employees to get the best out of them with the opportunity to receive training on specific courses that will assist you in your professional development.
As a result of continuous national growth, LAI Group are seeking an Electrical Area Supervisor located at our manufacturing plant in Adelaide (Ferryden Park). We would like someone who is excited about the opportunity to build a stable, rewarding, and fulfilling career with us.
Schedule
Full-time Position.
A 38-hour week (Monday – Friday + reasonable overtime).
The Position
We are looking for an Electrical Area Supervisor that can bring leadership, knowledge, and experience to the Electrical Switchroom team. The position will oversee electrical works conducted on Switchrooms and allocate resources to achieve timeframes. The appropriate candidate will report directly to the Switchrooms Operations Manager, providing regular updates on project schedules.
Key Responsibilities
Allocate resources and manpower to prioritised projects.
Analyse blueprint drawings and conduct mark ups where required.




Maintain communication with the project team to provide a high-quality product.
Oversee and assist contractors in office.
Analyse, communicate, and address non-conformities with the appropriate stakeholders.
Guide and promote a learning environment amongst your team.
Train, mentor and oversee Electrical Apprentices.
Promote and encourage safe working practices.
The Candidate
The successful candidate would have experience leading a small to medium size teams, understands the importance of managing workloads, and experience with achieving timeframes on medium to large scale projects.
Hold an Electrical Class A licence.
Leadership qualities.
Communication skills.
Troubleshoot to identify successful solutions when problems arise and conduct a lesson learnt.
Read and interpret blueprints to determine layout of system components, frameworks, and foundations.
Excellent attention to detail.
Understands the importance of safe work practices and ensure a high-quality product.
Desirable Competencies:
Experience mounting electrical equipment, mechanical support / protection.
Experience in the electrical Switchboard/Switchroom industry.
Experience wiring main switchboards, motor control centres, PLC / RIO panels and distribution boards.
Electrical testing experience.
What we can offer:
Laptop.
Uniform.
Overtime.
Training courses that contribute to your professional development.
Additional employee benefits.
Work Phone.
Fuel Card.
We look forward to finding the appropriate candidate to join our team here in Adelaide.
LAI Group are committed to Equal Employment Opportunities, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from indigenous backgrounds, women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities, and mature aged people.

📌 Electrical Area Supervisor (Adelaide)
🏢 LAI Group
📍 Adelaide