Description & Requirements

If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.

About Us

Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.

Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.

Find out what a career at Primero can do for you.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team, supporting the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions across major projects and operational assets within the mining/industrial and utilities sectors.

This role will be based at our recent Head Office on St Georges Tce, Perth. Adjacent to the train station, the new office has state of the art end of journey facilities, including secure storage for bicycles and scooters, a gym, (with scheduled fitness classes), tennis court, basketball hoop and a swimming pool available for all Primero employees.

Your Key Responsibilities

- Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g. AS/NZS, IEC) and client specifications




- Provide technical support for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of E&I; systems
- Support maintenance strategies, reliability improvements, and asset lifecycle management
- Conduct risk assessments, hazard studies, and ensure adherence to safety requirements
- Interface with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met
- Calculations for sizing cables, transformers, switchboards, arc flash hazards and fault levels.
- Specify and select equipment for switchboards, VSDs, transformers, PLC hardware, distribution boards, switchgear

What You ‘Can Do’

- Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (recognised by IEAust)
- 3+ years’ design engineering experience in a mining, resources, or heavy industrial environment
- Knowledge of power systems, control systems (PLC), and field instrumentation
- Demonstrated understanding of relevant standards and engineering best practices
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Chartered or working towards chartership is highly regarded

What we ‘Can Do’ for you:

- Competitive Compensation
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Career Opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health and Wellbeing Support
- Benefits & Discounts
- Employee Referral Rewards

If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.

Find out what a Primero career Can Do for you.

If you believe you have what it takes and want to work for a company who put its people first, please .

Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female, veteran and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

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General information

Name

Electrical Engineer

Ref #

1272889

Date

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

State

Western Australia

Country

Australia

Department

Engineering

Business unit

Design

📌 Electrical Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Primero Group
📍 Western Australia