Cable Jointing Superintendant

Brief Description
Looking to be part of an industry leading company that has a loyal customer base, takes pride in what they deliver and is a great place to work?

The Opportunity
We're seeking a qualified and experienced HV Cable Jointing Superintendent to join our growing team. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for the supervision and coordination of onsite cable jointing activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will lead and mentor a team of HV cable jointers, provide technical expertise, and support the training and development of apprentices and less experienced staff.

Projects include major infrastructure and renewable energy developments, as well as sub-transmission and distribution works. The role is primarily based in Southeast Queensland, with potential for FIFO opportunities to regional and remote projects. This role presents an opportunity to join an organisation with a strong project pipeline and would suit someone seeking stability and growth.

You will:

• Lead, coordinate, and supervise HV cable jointing crews across multiple projects.
• Allocate resources, schedule work fronts, and monitor progress to achieve project milestones.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to cable jointers, apprentices, and subcontractors.
• Oversee the preparation, installation, and quality assurance of HV cable joints and terminations
• Review and interpret electrical drawings, project scopes, and client specifications to ensure correct execution.
• Troubleshoot and direct fault finding, HV testing, and commissioning activities
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with WHS, environmental, and quality management systems.
• Conduct pre-start briefings, toolbox talks, and site safety audits.
• Ensure all works meet statutory, client, and company safety requirements.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and clients to coordinate delivery and resolve issues.
• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports, inspection checklists, and QA documentation.
• Support procurement and logistics by forecasting material and equipment requirements

You will have

• Cert III in ESI – Power Systems (Distribution Underground) or equivalent.
• Recognised HV Cable Jointing Certification (up to 132kV highly regarded).
• Current Construction White Card and Driver's Licence
• Minimum 5 years' HV cable jointing experience, with at 2 years in a supervisory or leading hand role desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage crews and subcontractors on infrastructure, renewables, and utility projects.
• Experience in HV testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting faults.
• Proven ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, project scopes, and QA documentation
• Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise competing work fronts.
• High commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in FIFO or remote environments (experience highly regarded)

About CV
Part of the CV Group, our Infrastructure Services division delivers critical electrical infrastructure across road, rail, industrial, and utility projects throughout Queensland. From major transport upgrades to private networks and ports, our work is technical, fast-paced, and impactful.

Offering an integrated range of trade services, the CV Services Group has been creating a legacy our team are proud of since the early 1980s. Our four businesses deliver a tailored offer across the electrical, plumbing, building and signage sectors to our loyal client base.

With a passion for going the extra mile for our customers we like to think that we are a little bit different. Our culture, made possible by our exceptional CV people, is something that we're proud of. A friendly atmosphere, a commitment to keeping you informed, a great working environment and regular team events, are just a few of things you can expect while working at CV

With over 800 dedicated team members across six locations in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, CV prides itself on having the best people in the game, backed by an unwavering commitment to support our team members to be the best they can be.

We're actively reviewing applications and may move quickly with the right candidate, so don't wait — we'd love to hear from you soon