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Electrical Subject Matter Expert

CompanyUGL Limited
LocationBrisbane
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 30, 2026
About The Company
UGL Regional Linx was established in 2021, after parent company, UGL Limited was selected to deliver operations and maintenance of rail infrastructure for the Country Regional Network (CRN). This network ensures the safe movement of people and goods throughout the regions of NSW, and links Sydney with many important regional centres. UGL Regional Linx commenced operations on January 30 2022 and works on behalf of the client, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) and will be responsible for managing an important network of assets. As part of its operation, UGL Regional Linx’s scope of work includes: • Network operations • Rail infrastructure maintenance and implementation of a new train control system - UGL’s proprietary system, Sigview. • Asset and property management, and • Safety, access, performance, and environmental management. UGL Regional Linx has made a strong commitment to local and indigenous employment, further strengthening the organisation’s commitment to regional NSW. As part of its operations, UGL Regional Linx established its head office and Network Control Centre in the heart of the Central West, Orange, NSW. The CRN network includes: • 2,386 route kilometres of operational passenger and freight rail lines, including 996 km of branch line track used predominantly for haulage of grain, with lower mass and speed limits than other parts of the network • 3,139 route kilometres of non-operational lines • 27,000 hectares of land and infrastructure • 1,312 level crossings (300 active) • 1,200 property assets (including 356 heritage sites) • 600 rail under bridges and 384 road overbridges The CRN is a crucial piece of infrastructure to regional NSW and UGL Regional Linx is committed to ensure that it delivers for all customers, from rail passengers to farmers and industry.
About the Role

UGL is delivering the Rail Integration Systems (RIS) Package for Cross River Rail, integrating new infrastructure and systems into a live operational railway. With complex interfaces, staged commissioning activities, and critical possession windows, this role will play a key part in coordinating successful project delivery

The Electrical SME will provide technical leadership and assurance for electrical systems within the Cross River Rail tunnels, ensuring that electrical infrastructure is safe, appropriately controlled and operationally ready.

The role will have particular responsibility for 11KV/LV systems, electrical isolations and permitting, energisation, tunnel critical systems, testing and commissioning, emergency arrangements and the safe transition of electrical assets and responsibilities into Principal Contractor control.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide specialist technical advice relating to electrical infrastructure throughout the Cross River Rail tunnels and associated facilities.

  • Support development and implementation of the electrical isolation and permit-to-work framework.

  • Provide advice regarding management of energised electrical infrastructure within an active tunnel environment.

  • Review electrical designs, drawings, specifications, operating procedures and technical documentation.

  • Provide technical guidance regarding HV and LV electrical systems, distribution boards, switchboards, transformers, UPS systems and associated electrical infrastructure.

  • Support assessment and resolution of electrical defects, technical issues and system interfaces.

  • Where the role supports Unity Alliance's transition to Principal Contractor responsibility, the Electrical SME will:

  • Review the existing electrical management arrangements applicable to the tunnel.

  • Identify gaps between existing arrangements and those required following the change in Principal Contractor responsibility.

  • Participate in electrical system and asset handover inspections.

  • Promote strong electrical safety practices across tunnel activities.

  • Provide advice on electrical hazards and appropriate risk controls.

  • Support compliance with applicable Queensland electrical safety and WHS requirements.

 

About You

  • Recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Systems

  • Significant experience working with complex electrical infrastructure within rail tunnels, underground infrastructure, metro, heavy rail.

  • Demonstrated experience with HV and/or LV electrical systems.

  • Strong understanding of electrical isolation, switching, LOTO and permit-to-work systems.

  • Experience working in construction, commissioning, infrastructure or operational environments.

  • Demonstrated understanding of electrical safety and risk-management principles.

  • Ability to read and interpret Single Line Diagrams, electrical schematics, drawings and technical specifications.

  • ·Demonstrated ability to provide technical advice in a multidisciplinary environment.

 

About UGL

As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

 

What we offer

  • Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.

  • Complimentary salary continuance insurance.

  • Discounted Medibank health insurance.

  • Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.

  • Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.

  • Access our OneRewards Discount Program.

 

How to apply 

If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity.

 

Please note: As part of the recruitment process, relevant screening checks will be conducted. These may include reference checks, verification of the right to work in Australia, a national criminal history check, anti-money laundering checks, and a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).

 

Job Ref 269942

Key Skills
Electrical engineeringHV systemsLV systemsRail infrastructureTunnel systemsElectrical safetyRisk managementCommissioningPermit-to-workLOTOTechnical leadershipElectrical design reviewSwitchgearTransformersUPS systemsCompliance
Categories
EngineeringConstructionTransportationEnergyManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Paid primary parental leaveSalary continuance insuranceDiscounted health insuranceIndividual development planWellness programRewards discount program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Electrical SME provides technical leadership and assurance for electrical systems within the Cross River Rail tunnels, ensuring safety and operational readiness. They are responsible for reviewing designs, managing electrical isolations, and overseeing the transition of assets to the Principal Contractor.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
108
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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