Electrical leadership · Leadership
WA Statutory Electrical Supervisor
Provides appointed electrical supervision in Western Australian mining. Eligibility, competence and a job title do not replace the mine operator's written appointment.
Indicative 2026 pay$165k–$230kAnnual gross, generally before super
Common roster contextFrequently 8/6 or 2/1; shutdown and project appointments vary.
Work environmentsWA mines · Processing plants · Shutdowns · Construction and sustaining capital
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Provides appointed electrical supervision in Western Australian mining. Eligibility, competence and a job title do not replace the mine operator's written appointment. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Supervise electrical work and plant within the appointment
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Inspect work and address defects
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Coordinate competent people and authorities
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Apply mine and electrical safety systems
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Escalate unsafe or non-compliant conditions
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Maintain appointment and inspection records
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Site electrical installations
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Switchrooms and substations
- 03
Processing plant
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Inspection and test records
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Work management systems
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Permit and isolation systems
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
- 01
Meet current WA Schedule 26 eligibility for the electrical-supervisor position
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Hold the required electrical licence or eligible engineering qualification
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Complete regulator-approved WHS risk units
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Have required heavy-industry experience and receive a written appointment
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Exact appointed scope and dates
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Crew and work fronts supervised
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Inspection, defect and escalation decisions
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Examples of safety, quality and handover leadership
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Build substantial mining or heavy-industry electrical experience
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Develop leading-hand and supervisory evidence
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Complete current regulator eligibility requirements
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Pass operator checks and accept a written appointment
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Appointment scope and accountability
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Crew and contractor size
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Shutdown or permanent coverage
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HV, processing and project complexity
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is the quoted figure base salary, total cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, shift length and point of hire does the offer assume?
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How are overtime, nights, public holidays, allowances, bonus and travel treated?
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What is the written appointment scope, and who holds adjacent statutory and technical authorities?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Progression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. It is not automatic.
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining market guides, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Last reviewed 17 September 2026.