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Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor – Construction/Mining

Silverstone is currently seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor to join a high-performing project team within a leading Lithium mining operation in Western Australia. This position is offered on a 2:1 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO within the Pilbara region.

The Opportunity

As the E&I Supervisor, you will oversee electrical and instrumentation works across a range of capital infrastructure projects on a major Lithium operation in the Pilbara. Working closely with contractors, site stakeholders, and project teams, you will play a key role in delivering accommodation facilities, workshops, offices, crib rooms, and associated mining infrastructure safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
This role requires a strong background in mining or heavy industry construction, contractor supervision, statutory compliance, and project coordination within an operational mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Electrical & Instrumentation personnel and contractors across capital infrastructure projects
• Oversee E&I works associated with accommodation facilities, offices, crib rooms, workshops, portable buildings, and mining infrastructure
• Coordinate contractor mobilisation, site compliance, and daily project activities
• Ensure all works are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Allocate work effectively while providing clear direction, technical guidance, and ongoing support to the team
• Liaise closely with site operations, project teams, planners, and stakeholders regarding project priorities, schedules, and progress
• Monitor construction activities and provide daily progress reporting to management
• Conduct fault finding, commissioning, inspections, and quality checks across installed infrastructure and site facilities
• Ensure all electrical works comply with WA legislation, statutory requirements, mining regulations, and Australian Standards
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with site procedures, environmental standards, and Life Saving Rules
• Identify and resolve project issues to minimise delays and maintain project delivery targets
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting within site management systems including PRONTO
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across site infrastructure and project delivery activities

Essential Requirements

• Schedule 26 qualification
• WA ‘A’ Grade Electrical Licence
• HV Switching Operator Competency
• WA C Class Driver’s Licence
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role within mining or heavy industry
• 10+ years’ experience within the electrical industry
• Previous experience supervising construction, infrastructure, or NPI projects within mining environments
• Experience managing contractors on operational mine sites
• Strong understanding of statutory safety obligations, mining regulations, and Australian Standards
• Previous experience working across accommodation villages, workshops, offices, portable buildings, or mining infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and organisational skills
• Strong computer and reporting skills
• Experience using maintenance management systems, ideally PRONTO
• Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic operational and project-based environment
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental compliance

Desirable

• Cert IV in Instrumentation
• Cert IV in Frontline Management
• Cert IV in Safety
• Registered Building Practitioner

What’s On Offer

• Contract role with temp to perm opportunity
• $1200/day + Super paid on all hours
• 2/1 FIFO roster from Perth or Pilbara DIDO
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Opportunity to contribute to major Lithium infrastructure and capital projects
• Long-term career stability within a reputable mining operation

If you’re a motivated E&I professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact the Silverstone team for a confidential discussion.