About the Role
As a Controls & Electrical Supervisor, you will oversee electrical equipment installations and controls commissioning activities for small project sites. You will lead a team, with an emphasis on safety and quality, ensuring project success through your strong on-site presence. Your responsibilities include handling pre-commissioning, integration coordination, and providing testing support to facilitate smooth site handovers. You will also be pivotal in training technicians and maintaining essential project documentation, thereby contributing to team growth and quality project execution.
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Responsibilities
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Installation Supervision:
- Organize and supervise onsite electrical activities such as the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical components, including power distribution, control panels, and wiring for material handling projects, in line with the project schedule.
- Contribute to creating the electrical installation schedule, and review electrical drawings, schematics, and equipment specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements and electrical codes.
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Controls Activities:
- Install PLC/HMI systems, download operational technology software for all controllers, and validate the correct functioning of safety and control cabinets.
- Execute and support pre-commissioning activities including I/O checks, interface tests with SCADA, field wiring tests, and mechanical running tests.
- Carry out or support commissioning activities related to functionality, capacity, and requirements; perform minor changes in operational technology programs and troubleshoot controls issues.
- Support integration site testing, as-built documentation, and perform snagging and rectification.
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Guidance:
- Delegate responsibilities and provide clear instructions to the onsite installation team of electrical technicians and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with quality standards and adherence to established processes.
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Safety Focus:
- Foster a culture of safety among installation teams throughout project execution and organize all HSE-related activities on site.
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Surveying:
- Conduct feasibility surveys for installation areas to check readiness and facilities required for installation as part of preparations for startup installations.
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Quality Control:
- Lead by example with a strong onsite presence through regular site walks and thorough quality checks in alignment with company standards.
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Reporting & Coordination:
- Monitor team progress and report regularly to the site manager; ensure effective coordination with subcontractors and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to coordinate the timely delivery of electrical materials and equipment.
- Coordinate installation and integration of third-party equipment such as screening machines, tag readers, and weighing scales.
- Document all installation activities, maintain accurate records, and prepare progress reports for project management.
- Manage change orders and RFIs, maintaining red line drawings for O&M.
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Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for improving site management processes and support continuous enhancement efforts.
- Train new technicians to enhance their skills, promoting ongoing team improvement and the core value of "Everyday Better" through lessons learned.
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Support Activities:
- Organize and facilitate all support activities to ensure a smooth high-quality handover to commissioning and support teams until handover to the customer.
- Support site logistic management by organizing proper unloading and other related activities.
Responsible for Activities
- Perform EM installation
- Perform field wiring tests before power-on
- Perform power-up
- Perform safety and area EM inspections
- Conduct pre-commissioning (cabinet & equipment)
- Perform commissioning of conveying systems
- Conduct CST/IST
Responsible for Deliverables
- As-built notes
- Defect list
- Electrical static test report
- Field wiring test report before power-on
- Power-up protocol test report
- Cabinet test reports
- I/O check reports
- MRT reports
Consulted in Activities
- Commission conveying
- Commissioning safety span of control
- Create installation spare parts management
- Create site management plan
- Prepare EM documentation as built
- Pre-commission conveying cabinet
- Pre-commission safety activities including PLC – cabinet defining
- Define detail solution stages.
Desired Experience
- Minimum of 5 years executing material handling projects in controls commissioning and/or electrical site supervision for installations.
- Knowledge of electromechanical components, cabinets, and field wiring.
- Ability to comprehend engineering drawings, specifications, and logistics schedules.
- Ability to understand and modify LLC code in related platforms (Siemens S7 Series).
- Familiarity with diverse types of switchgears and drives, along with experience in I/O testing.
- Proficient in troubleshooting electromechanical issues and taking proactive measures to resolve them.
- Experience in executing/supporting LLC commissioning for I/O tests, mechanical run tests, including cabinet functionality.
- Conceptual knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens) and communication protocols (Profinet, Ethernet, Profibus, ASI).
- Hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Navis, and E-Plan drawings is advantageous.
Desired Soft Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Initiative and creativity
- Analytical thinking
- Discipline and flexibility/adaptability
- Results-oriented mindset, driven to succeed
- Strong collaboration and persuasion skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree in engineering or equivalent, with a preference for candidates with a background in electrical or electronic engineering.
Travel:
This position may require travel to project sites as necessary for project execution and support. Candidates should be prepared for travel, as requirements will vary based on project needs and locations.