Electrical, Controls and Commissioning Manager / Engineer

Electrical, Controls and Commissioning Manager / Engineer

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Leicon Notley is a well-established, family-owned company with a 38-year legacy of excellence in the design and construction of complex water infrastructure projects across Western Australia. Known for our technical expertise and strong industry reputation, we continue to grow and evolve to meet the needs of our clients and the sector.

To support this growth, we are seeking a senior professional to manage and support the electrical, controls and commissioning work of our multidiscipline, and generally brownfields, projects.

The Leicon business includes a separate strong and very well respected electrical and controls team (LEC) which self performs design, switchboard and panel manufacture and limited installation as a self-contained specialist entity. However, works for Leicon Notley multidiscipline projects are typically carried out by separate subcontractors.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager this role will provide design, construction, testing, commissioning and documentation services associated with electrical, instrumentation, automation and control systems for water and wastewater infrastructure Projects.

Key Responsibilities :

Working with Leicon Notley Project Managers and Engineers, manage the electrical and controls engineering, installation of our projects.

Liaise and coordinate with Client engineering and commissioning personnel

Documentation and administration of subcontracts and technical suppliers.

Provide limited detail design to Others’ Preliminary Designs as necessary to facilitate the works. This may include coordinating with our in-house electrical and controls engineering teams.

With the project teams, manage the electrical and controls planning and interfaces for shutdowns and commissioning.

Manage the commissioning and handover of the project works.

Contribute to tender preparation and provide ad-hoc technical advice.

Actively seek to ensure safe working, compliance and best practice of works on our projects.

At least 5 years’ experience as an electrical and / or controls project engineer

Sound appreciation of both electrical and controls engineering.

Real experience in shutdowns and commissioning.

Enthusiastic and flexible contributor and team player.

Organised, detail-oriented with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

Degree level qualification in Electrical Engineering or relevant equivalent.

Suitably experienced and skilled electrical / instrumentation tradesman and technicians are also encouraged to apply.

Experience in managing electrical and controls subcontractors

Construction and Site Commissioning experience including associated documentation

Design skills in electrical, controls and instrumentation

Knowledge of AS3000 and associated safety aspects of the role

Knowledge of Siemens and Schneider PLC’s and ClearSCADA

Equipment knowledge in areas of variable speed drives, generators and solar systems would be highly regarded

Electrical and / or I&C estimating experience

Experience in the water infrastructure sector highly regarded

Flexible and enthusiastic as to role

Desire to work with a motivated and competent team to achieve optimal performance in all aspects

We seek a long-term permanent member of our team

Ability to work away in country WA for short periods of time as required by the project

How to Apply :

Applications should include resume of qualifications and previous experience, a cover letter describing your specific experience and capabilities as relevant to this role and your desired remuneration. Only persons with permanent Australian residency will be considered.

Recruitment Agencies Notice :

We appreciate your efforts and the work you do however, we are not seeking assistance from recruitment agencies for this role at this time.

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Your application will include the following questions : Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? What's your expected annual base salary? Have you completed a qualification in electrical engineering? Do you hold a current electrical licence? How would you rate your English language skills? Are you willing to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol screening?

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