Job Details
* Job Code: 494908
* Location: Pilbara, WA
* Position: Electrical Supervisor
* Contract: 12‐month maximum term, 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region
Opportunity
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Electrical Supervisor collaborates closely with Operations, Maintenance, Technical, and HSE teams to prioritise and execute work safely and efficiently. The role contributes to continuous improvement through reliability initiatives, root cause analysis, and consistent adherence to PLS values, standards and procedures. Note: an on‐call requirement for Night Shift callout may apply in emergency cases.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise all electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities across the Mid‐Stream plant, providing hands‐on technical guidance to technicians and contractors.
* Ensure all E&I work is completed safely and in line with statutory, licensing and site requirements, including PTW, LOTO, HV switching and hazard controls.
* Drive plant reliability through fault‐finding, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance across power, control and instrumentation systems.
* Support commissioning, plant start‐ups, shutdowns and equipment changeovers to ensure safe, efficient and reliable operations.
* Coordinate closely with operations, maintenance, engineering and contractors to prioritise work, manage specialist support and maintain high‐quality execution.
* Maintain accurate records in PRONTO and INX, contribute to root cause analysis and implement improvements that enhance safety, compliance and asset performance.
About You
* WA A Grade Electrical Licence, Certificate IV in Instrumentation and HV Switching competency, with full Australian working rights and a current C Class driver's licence.
* Proven supervisory experience supported by a strong electrical background in fixed plant, chemical refining or similarly high‐risk industrial environments.
* Hands‐on experience with DCS, SCADA and PLC interfaces, with strong fault‐finding skills and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
* Strong understanding of HSE systems, statutory compliance, PTW, LOTO, isolations and risk management in mining or other high‐hazard environments.
* A practical leader and clear communicator who can coach others, work across teams and contractors, and make sound decisions under pressure.
* Experience with CMMS such as Pronto, plus exposure to commissioning, lithium processing or fine chemicals operations, will be highly regarded.
What PLS Offers
* Access to newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora, including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks
* Health and wellbeing allowance
* Paid community leave
* Monthly employee recognition awards
* Access to PLS' KidsCo School Holiday Program
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains
Supporting an Inclusive and Diverse Workforce
PLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that values, respects and supports diversity and inclusion. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our communities and the future we're building. We foster an workplace where everyone feels safe, included and able to contribute their best. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, equitable and accessible for all.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all ages, and people of all genders and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA+).
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support all applicants and employees. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application process or inform our Careers team if you are contacted for an interview.
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