Electrical Grade 5 Leading Hand – Tunnelling
Protecnium
Date: 1 day ago
City: Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
Contract type: Full time
Location: New South Wales
Project Type: Tunnelling / Civil Infrastructure
Initial Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension)
Company Overview
Protecnium is an international consulting firm specialising in engineering and technical services. We are currently seeking an Electrical Grade 5 Leading Hand – Tunnelling to support a major infrastructure project located in New South Wales, Australia. This role involves leading multidisciplinary electrical teams in the execution and coordination of permanent electrical works for a tunnelling project. We are building a talent pool for upcoming roles with start dates planned for early 2026.
Role Summary
This position is designed for an experienced electrical professional to lead on-site activities in a complex tunnelling environment. You will work closely with Project Managers and various stakeholders to ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant electrical installations.
Key Responsibilities
Note: The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.
Project Type: Tunnelling / Civil Infrastructure
Initial Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension)
Company Overview
Protecnium is an international consulting firm specialising in engineering and technical services. We are currently seeking an Electrical Grade 5 Leading Hand – Tunnelling to support a major infrastructure project located in New South Wales, Australia. This role involves leading multidisciplinary electrical teams in the execution and coordination of permanent electrical works for a tunnelling project. We are building a talent pool for upcoming roles with start dates planned for early 2026.
Role Summary
This position is designed for an experienced electrical professional to lead on-site activities in a complex tunnelling environment. You will work closely with Project Managers and various stakeholders to ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant electrical installations.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise teams of electricians and subcontractors in tunnel construction.
- Coordinate execution of electrical works to meet specifications, deadlines, and compliance standards.
- Enforce strict safety protocols in high-risk underground environments.
- Conduct site inspections and monitor work progress and quality.
- Liaise effectively with clients, engineers, and internal teams.
- Carry out hands-on electrical work when required, especially in complex or sensitive environments.
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Leading Hand or Site Supervisor in electrical works.
- At least 1 year of professional experience working in Australia is required.
- Background in tunnelling, underground construction, or infrastructure projects is highly valued.
- Electrical trade certification or AQF Certificate Level 3 in Electrotechnology (or equivalent).
- Current NSW Electrical Licence.
- White Card (General Construction Induction).
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- High attention to safety, quality, and compliance.
- English language proficiency at C1 level.
- Flight or transport at project start and end
- First 2 weeks of accommodation upon arrival
- Private health insurance
- 20 days of paid annual leave
- Company laptop and mobile phone
Note: The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.