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Substations Commissioning Lead

Sydney, NSW

Posted

Full Time

205k/year - 215k/year

Lead the commissioning of complex high-voltage substation projects across critical energy infrastructure.
Take ownership of testing, energisation, and handover on major transmission and distribution builds.
Join a nationally backed EPC contractor delivering technically challenging and high-value projects.

About the Company
This nationally recognised electrical infrastructure provider delivers end-to-end solutions across Australia’s transmission and distribution networks. With integrated EPC and asset management capability, the business is known for its ability to self-perform complex substation projects while maintaining strong safety, quality, and technical standards. Backed by significant investment, the company continues to deliver critical infrastructure across the evolving energy sector.

Requirements
• Proven experience leading commissioning on high-voltage substations (132kV+)
• Strong knowledge of protection systems, SCADA integration, and energisation procedures
• Ability to develop and manage commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules
• Demonstrated leadership across commissioning teams and coordination with stakeholders
• Solid understanding of Australian standards, utility requirements, and HV safety systems

What’s on Offer
• Key leadership role on major high-voltage infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to lead commissioning on complex substation builds and upgrades
• Work alongside experienced engineering and delivery teams
• Strong pipeline of national energy infrastructure projects

Ritu Shripad

0468 175 360

ritu.shripad@people8.com.au

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