Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer (Site-Based)
Location: Kwinana, Western Australia
Employment Type: Agency Contractor / Full-Time
Roster: Self-travel to site; hybrid flexibility as agreed with site team
Company: Supporting major energy operator site (BP Kwinana)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and capable Senior Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team in Kwinana. This site-based role is ideal for someone with proven design leadership, brownfield project experience, and the ability to manage multiple scopes in a high-performance environment. The role includes the opportunity to guide and mentor junior engineers, conduct technical reviews, and engage directly with construction and commissioning activities onsite.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver electrical engineering services that meet client and statutory requirements.
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Lead and support detailed design activities for brownfield modifications.
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Review and verify deliverables by other engineers for technical accuracy and compliance.
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Provide mentorship and development support to junior engineers.
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Support and contribute to safety in design and HAZOP workshops.
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Participate in engineering calculations, specifications, datasheets, and construction workpacks.
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Contribute to electrical estimates and execution schedules.
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Engage directly in site activities including inspections, commissioning support, and technical scoping.
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Interface with project stakeholders including contractors, clients, and internal teams.
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Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and documentation.
Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (4-year program).
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Strong background in brownfield projects within the energy, resources, or refinery sector.
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Extensive knowledge of Australian electrical standards and practices.
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Proven site experience in construction, commissioning, and inspections.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate across disciplines.
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Demonstrated ability to lead and develop junior team members.
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Experience with electrical system modifications, protection settings, ITPs, MTOs, and construction methodology documents.
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Proficiency in preparing and reviewing SLDs, schematics, layouts, and other key drawings.
Preferred Qualifications
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Hazardous Area Accreditation (HA).
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Functional Safety Certification (TÜV or equivalent).
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Knowledge in instrumentation and control system interfaces.
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Experience with shutdown planning and associated electrical scopes.
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Familiarity with control system integration, equipment sizing, cable routing, arc flash requirements, and MCC design.
Other Requirements
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Must be currently residing within 1.5 hours of travel distance to Kwinana site.
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Must have current unrestricted work rights in Australia for a minimum of 6 years.
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Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
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Commitment to health, safety, and environment (HSE) compliance in all activities.
To apply or find out more, please contact:
Mohd Faiz Hafiy Yusfi
faiz.hafiy@airswift.com
(08) 6384 3004