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Genus Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support the delivery of the Koolunga Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project in South Australia.
 
This is an excellent opportunity to join a major clean-energy project and play a key role in coordinating electrical engineering activities from construction through to testing, commissioning and handover.
 
The Role
Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager and site delivery team, you will manage and monitor the electrical engineering requirements of the project, ensuring works are delivered safely and in accordance with technical specifications, quality standards and contractual milestones.
 
Your responsibilities will include:

• Interpreting client scopes of work, technical specifications and electrical design drawings.
• Providing technical guidance and support to the electrical project team.
• Preparing, reviewing and coordinating electrical work packs, MDRs, ITPs, drawings, ITRs, JSAs and SWMS.
• Raising and managing technical queries through to resolution.
• Coordinating electrical works, resources and engineering deliverables.
• Monitoring compliance with project schedules, contractual milestones and applicable standards.
• Conducting site inspections to confirm installations meet design and project requirements.
• Establishing field-testing methods and monitoring the quality of electrical testing activities.
• Supporting construction verification, commissioning, turnover and handover documentation.
• Preparing red-line drawing mark-ups and maintaining accurate records for as-built documentation.
• Identifying design, construction and constructability issues and developing practical solutions.
• Reviewing electrical engineering deliverables for quality, accuracy and compliance.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical matters promptly.
• Contributing to project reporting, performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You
To be successful in this position, you will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least three years' experience in an Electrical Project Engineer position.
• Previous experience within construction, utilities, resources, energy or major infrastructure projects.
• The ability to interpret scopes of work, technical specifications and electrical drawings.
• Experience preparing and reviewing construction, quality and handover documentation.
• Familiarity with Australian regulations, industry standards and engineering best practice.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent organisation, planning and time-management skills.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency across Microsoft Office, MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Familiarity with drafting software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation or SolidWorks.
• A current Australian driver's licence.
• A Construction White Card.
• The ability to obtain or provide a current National Police Clearance.

Why Join Genus?

• Join a major South Australian clean-energy project.
• Play an important role in the delivery of critical electrical infrastructure.
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive project team.
• Build your experience across construction, testing, commissioning and project handover.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Access future opportunities across the broader GenusPlus Group project portfolio.
• Be part of a business that values safety, integrity, collaboration, innovation and mateship.

About Genus Industrial Services
Genus Industrial Services is part of the GenusPlus Group, a leading Australian infrastructure and essential-services provider. We deliver multidisciplinary construction and maintenance services across the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors, with a strong commitment to safety, quality and our people.
 
If you are an experienced Electrical Project Engineer looking to contribute to an important clean-energy project in regional South Australia, we would like to hear from you.
 
Apply now by submitting your current resume.
 
GenusPlus Group values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, veterans and people from diverse backgrounds.

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