The itch you’ll scratch

You know your way around underground gear and you want a roster, a rate and a crew that respect that.

This Auto Electrician role will put you in the heart of high‑performing underground operations, working on jumbos and loaders in a tight‑knit team that backs each other in.

It’s for experienced underground Auto Sparkies who like variety in swings, never say no to a bit of overtime, and want the stability of a well‑run maintenance contractor that’s serious about safety and culture.

Why this will appeal

- Up to $85/hr + super on all hours worked
- FIFO from all capital cities, with multiple swing options: 2&1, 8&6 and 2&2
- 5 weeks of annual leave, so you can properly switch off
- Well‑maintained underground fleet – jumbos and loaders including Sandvik and Atlas rebuilds
- Outstanding team culture where trades are listened to, not micromanaged
- Strong focus on safety, reliability and doing the job right the first time

This is the sort of gig that suits Auto Electricians who like big toys, clean paperwork, and a site that doesn’t treat them like a number.

What you’ll be doing

- Diagnosing, repairing and maintaining electrical systems on underground jumbos and loaders
- Supporting client rebuilds on Sandvik and Atlas equipment, from fault‑finding to commissioning
- Preventative maintenance, breakdown response and occasional project work across the underground fleet
- Working closely with HD fitters and other trades to keep machines online and production rolling




- Contributing to a strong safety culture – JSA’s, reporting and looking out for your mates

You’ll be using your experience to make practical calls on the tools, not sitting behind a desk.

The kind of person who thrives here

You’re a trade‑qualified Auto Electrician who’s comfortable underground and knows how to keep heavy mobile plant alive when it matters.

You like a straight‑talking supervisor, a clear plan for each swing, and a roster that gives you both money and lifestyle.

Must haves:

- Auto Electrical Trade qualification (Australian recognised)
- Current National Police Clearance (or able to obtain one)
- C‑Class manual driver’s licence
- FIFO‑ready and okay with swings such as 2&1, 8&6 and 2&2

Nice to have:

- Cert II in Automotive Air Conditioning
- Underground mining experience on jumbos, loaders or similar heavy equipment
- Solid fault‑finding skills on modern electrical and monitoring systems

If you’re the person other tradies call when a tricky electrical fault shows up in the decline, you’ll fit right in.

How to scratch the itch

Keen to talk it through before you apply? Reach out to David Cain at Itch Recruitment for a confidential chat and to walk through how the swings, pay and site options would work for you.

When you hit Apply, please send:

- Your current resume
- Proof of trade, licences and NPC

We’ll be in touch with suitable applicants to line up next steps and get you on the tools.

📌 Auto Electrician (Perth)
🏢 Itch Recruitment
📍 Perth