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You will lead and support a multi-disciplinary team of Customer Engineers spanning Thermal, Power, and LV Switchgear disciplines who will be delivering technically complex commissioning programs that form the backbone of Australia’s digital infrastructure.\nWhat sets this role apart:\nGenuine multi-discipline scope - thermal, power, and LV switchgear, not a single-stream role\nDirect influence on team capability, culture, and commissioning standards across ANZ\nExposure to Australia’s largest and most technically demanding data centre clients\nStructured career pathway within a global critical infrastructure leader\nCollaborative, safety-first culture with strong investment in technical development\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nThe Commissioning Supervisor leads the planning & coordination of commissioning activities across Thermal Infrastructure, Electrical Distribution Systems (LV Switchgear), and Critical Power Systems within Vertiv’s ANZ Start Up Services team.\nReporting to the Service Operations Manager - Start Up Services, the role is responsible for supervising Customer Engineers and managing subcontractor relationships to deliver world-class commissioning outcomes for high-value data centre clients including co-location facilities, hyperscale operators\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES\nAdministration, Planning & Reporting\nPrepare, review, and submit quotations and warranty return documentation in accordance with company procedures.\nVerify and approve technician timesheets, leave applications, and expense claims in a timely manner.\nGenerate regular management reports on team activity, job status, and operational metrics using Power BI dashboards.\nSupport field personnel with administrative processes including SR creation, parts procurement, and equipment logistics.\nMaintain accurate records of commissioning activities, site documentation, and client correspondence.\nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives for administrative and operational workflows.\nTeam & Resource Management\nCoordinate and schedule Customer Engineers and subcontractors across Thermal, Power, and LV Switchgear disciplines to meet project and service delivery demands.\nManage day-to-day CE operational matters including leave, scheduling conflicts, performance observations, and welfare.\nEnsure all CEs and subcontractors hold current inductions, site access, and compliant personal protective equipment before mobilisation.\nRespond to customer requests and enquiries within 24 hours and ensure all commitments are tracked and met.\nConduct regular field audits and site inspections to verify quality, safety compliance, and workmanship standards.\nManage subcontractor relationships including scope boundaries, variation management, invoice review, and compliance verification.\nMaintain preferred contractor arrangements aligned with Vertiv’s approved supplier framework.\nOnboard new Customer Engineers and provide structured technical and procedural orientation.\nMentor and develop team members to grow multi-disciplinary commissioning capability.\nWork Health, Safety, Environment & Quality\nMaintain a workplace safety culture aligned with Vertiv’s Zero Harm commitment - proactively identify and mitigate hazards\nEnsure all field personnel are provided with, and use, appropriate PPE for each task and environment\nPromptly report all workplace incidents, near-misses, and injuries in accordance with Vertiv’s incident management procedures\nConduct and document periodic safety audits of commissioning sites and enforce site-specific safety plans (SWMS, JSEA)\nEnsure subcontractors meet Vertiv’s WHS requirements and hold current compliance documentation prior to engagement\nParticipate in and support internal quality assurance reviews and corrective action processes\nMANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS\nAll mandatory qualifications must be verified prior to commencement.\n Electrical Trade Certificate (Certificate III in Electrotechnology - Electrician).\n OR Mechanical Trade Certificate (AQF Level 3 or equivalent).\nRelevant documented supervisory experience.\n Current Australian Driver’s Licence (minimum class C).\nDESIRABLE QUALIFICATION\nFormal supervisory or management qualification.\n\nEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS\nMinimum 5 years’ experience in the critical infrastructure, data centre, or mission-critical cooling and power industry.\nProven track record managing a field service or commissioning team in a supervisory or lead capacity.\nWorking knowledge of at least two of the following: thermal systems (chillers, CRAC/CRAH, precision cooling); 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