Located near the town of Moranbah in Central Queensland, the Rugby Run solar farm is Bravus’ flagship solar investment in Australia and Queensland’s best-performing solar facility.  

We are recruiting an Electrical Supervisor to join the team at the Rugby Run. This position will be based on site working a 7/7 roster.  

ABOUT THE ROLE 
 
The Electrical Supervisor plays a key role in ensuring all site operation and maintenance activities are delivered safely and efficiently to enable the successful operation of Bravus’ Rugby Run Solar Farm. 

Reporting directly to the Asset Manager, the Electrical Supervisor will coordinate site operation and maintenance activities including the supervision of Contractors as required to successfully operate the Rugby Run Solar Farm safely, on schedule, and within budget. 

Responsibilities of the role include: 

Operation & Maintenance 

• Electrical supervisor will be responsible to manage operation and maintenance activities for RRSF and manage stakeholder interaction, site security and safe access. 
• Implement and oversee all aspects of the site activity work including planning, scheduling and on-site logistics and reporting on activities for compliance as required. 
• Focus on maintenance of the electrical and substation installation to meet ongoing operations requirements. 
• Supervising external Contractor maintenance tasks as allocated through the maintenance schedules. 
• Providing technical support as required for problem solving maintenance issues. 
• Identifying maintenance requirements and improvements. 
• Managing Contractors to complete maintenance projects (small projects). 
• Monitoring the work scheduling & supervision of tradespersons / technicians in maintenance activities. 
• Ensuring that the Contractors are acting/working in compliance with the terms of the Contract 
• Monitor the skills and performance of electrical workers and Contractors and provide feedback and advice as necessary to gain maximum delivery results. 
• Ensuring maintenance coverage for breakdowns. 
• Ordering adequate spares, materials and consumables. 
• Oversee the protection testing for all HV/LV equipment. 
• Maintain the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Isolation Procedures for HV/LV switching. 
• Diagnosing faults or breakdowns. 
• Estimating time and materials required to complete jobs. 
• Raising orders for materials. 
• Undertaking repairs or component change outs as required. 
• Cleaning and maintenance or tools and work area. 
• Ensure competence of other personnel and provide training as required. 
• Ensuring coordination of all site activities and interfaces between various parties. 
• Run daily prestart and weekly Contractor meetings during outage/maintenance periods. 
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with Contractors and stakeholders. 

Safety / Environment 

• On site representation of the Principal under the Workplace Health and Safety Act 
• Managing RRSF Safety and Environment Performance and the Contractors HSE compliance to their management plans, undertaking compliance checks/audits and ensuring compliance with WH&S obligations. 
• Ensure Bravus SMP and approved SOP’s are followed in the works. 
• Authorise works utilising the WACA procedure. 
• Implement site isolation and commissioning procedures. 
• Leading and promoting good site practices and culture. 
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. 

 Quality 

• Ensure external Contractors are using latest information, drawings, specifications 
• Ensuring maintenance is completed to the required level of quality through verification of installation/works in accordance with OEM recommendations, drawings and design reports. 

Reporting

• Record diaries of site activates including electronic note, photos of activities, records of conversations and instructions. 
• Prepare reports on events associated with but not limited to IT, Safety, Environment, etc. 
• Provide inputs to prepare O&M, budget and forecast reporting. 
• Ensuring receipt and uploading of all documentation deliverables into the Bravus DMS. 
• Provide input into Bravus’ ERP and inventory management system.  

 REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE 
 
Our people are dynamic, passionate, solutions-focused and diverse. We offer a dynamic and supportive workplace along with competitive remuneration. 

The successful applicant will align with our values of courage, trust and commitment along with being dedicated to high standards. A flexible attitude to work will be required to meet project deadlines. 

Other qualifications and attributes required include: 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role with preferably experience in the solar industry. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of Transmission and Distribution High Voltage Operational procedures inclusive of OH&S requirements.  
• Extensive experience in the operation of a variety of High Voltage isolating devices up to 132kv. 
• Experienced with solar PV system installation, inverters, wiring, grounding, utilities interface and performance monitoring. Experienced with Semiconductor technology desired. 
• Familiar with international Standards for solar PV systems, and other relevant standards. 
• In-depth knowledge of environmental health and safety legislation and Australian Standards as applicable to construction of a solar farm. 
• Highly skilled in developing operating procedures, work and resource plans and schedules as it relates to Operations in the solar industry. 
• Highly experienced in identifying and managing risks. 
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with proven ability to build relationships and engage with a broad range of people. 
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a high performing team. Actively participating in team meetings and committing to the attainment of team goals, encouraging and leading with a continuous improvement approach. 
• Ability to think widely to solve complex technical problems using innovative solutions and involving stakeholders as required.  
• Demonstrated commitment to safety with a beyond-compliance attitude on and off the job. 
• A “C” class driver’s licence . 

Desired: 

• Central inverter experience. 
• SCADA experience.