Underground Electrician
Trade · Perth WA, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview
Looking for a stable, long-term career in Western Australia? An established mining operation is offering permanent employment in an Underground Electrical Trades role, together with competitive employee benefits and real room to grow professionally.
You can choose to live in Kalgoorlie as a residential employee or fly in and fly out (FIFO) from Perth, whichever suits your lifestyle and family. Work runs on a 7/7 or 2/2 roster with 12-hour shifts. Staff can also tap into relocation support, insurance benefits, employee share programs, salary-sacrifice options and ongoing career development.
If you have built your electrical trade skills in the Middle East or back home in the Philippines, this could be a solid next step in your overseas journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Keep underground electrical systems and equipment in good working order, carrying out repairs whenever needed
- Handle planned preventative maintenance according to the schedule
- Attend to electrical breakdowns and any operational problems that come up
- Inspect and test electrical gear, diagnose faults and put effective repairs in place
- Make sure every piece of equipment and every electrical system runs safely and dependably
- Back up the underground production and maintenance work on site
- Stick to site electrical procedures and safety rules, including isolations and other electrical safety processes
- Keep maintenance records and paperwork accurate and up to date
- Work well alongside other trades and the operations crew
- Take part in training, mentoring and professional development, and share ideas for continuous improvement and better equipment reliability
Requirements & Eligibility
- An Australian-recognised electrical trade qualification
- A current A Grade Western Australian Electrical Licence
- At least 3 years' experience in the electrical industry
- Mining experience is desirable, and underground mining experience is advantageous
- A current C Class Manual Driver's Licence
- HV Switching ticket (desirable)
- Working at Heights certification (desirable)
- High Risk Work Licence (desirable)
- A strong sense of safety and a professional work ethic
- Able to work 12-hour shifts and willing to follow a 7/7 or 2/2 roster
- Overseas applicants who are eligible and need visa sponsorship are welcome to apply
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