25 Sep
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Stralis Energy
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Armidale
25 Sep
Stralis Energy
Armidale
Stralis Energy are looking for an experienced Electrical Construction Manager / Supervisor to join us on a casual basis at New England Solar Farm Stage 1, located near Uralla in the New England region of NSW — one of Australia's largest operating solar assets, with approximately 400MWac of generation capacity.
About the role
Reporting into the Stralis project team, you'll take the lead on electrical construction and commissioning activities across the site, with a strong focus on DC-side works. This is a hands-on supervisory role suited to someone who knows solar farm electrical systems inside out and can run a commissioning program from first energisation through to handover.
- Supervising and coordinating electrical construction crews carrying out DC-side installation, termination and rectification works, including string wiring, combiner boxes, DC cabling and earthing
- Planning, running and signing off commissioning activities, including completion of ITRs (Inspection & Test Records) and ITCs (Inspection & Test Certificates) to project specification and relevant AS/NZS standards
- Overseeing quality control, defect identification and rectification prior to system handover
- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, single line diagrams and cable schedules to direct site works
- Enforcing site safety requirements — JSAs, SWMS, toolbox talks and general WHS compliance
- Liaising with site management, other trades and the broader project team to sequence works and resolve technical issues
- Supporting pre-commissioning testing including string testing,
insulation resistance testing and polarity checks
About you
- Trade-qualified Electrician (current Australian electrical licence) or relevant electrical engineering background
- Strong, demonstrated DC electrical experience on utility-scale solar projects — PV string wiring, combiner boxes, central/string inverters, DC cabling and termination
- Proven experience managing or supervising the ITR/ITC commissioning process on a solar farm or comparable large-scale project
- Prior experience in a Construction Manager, Supervisor or Electrical Superintendent capacity on renewable energy or utility infrastructure projects
- Solid working knowledge of AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5033 and current solar farm construction/commissioning practices
- Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage crews and competing priorities on a live construction site
- Current driver's licence and White Card (Construction Induction)
- Available for casual, site-based engagement at Uralla, NSW
What's on offer
- Casual hourly rate reflecting your experience and qualifications
- Direct engagement with Stralis Energy — no agency middle-man
- Work on a landmark, large-scale operating solar asset in the Recent England region
- Flexible casual arrangement
- Supportive, safety-focused team environment
How to apply
Click 'Apply Now' and attach your current resume and a cover letter stating how you meet the requirements of the role.
Stralis Energy is an equal opportunity employer.
📌 Electrical Construction Manager / Supervisor — New England Solar Farm (Armidale)
🏢 Stralis Energy
📍 Armidale