Company description:
ELECTRICIAN - FIXED PLANT
Job description:
DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE
At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a cooperative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference.
Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed.
So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.
ABOUT CANNINGTON
Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead.
Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.
Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track.
The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS
26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
14% superannuation contributions
Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role is a
Permanent position on a 7:7 rotating roster (dayshift/nightshift),




FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.
As the
Electrician (Fixed Plant)
, you will be responsible for maintaining surface electrical infrastructure in the concentrator processing plant, ensuring equipment reliability and safety.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:
Perform preventative, corrective & reactive electrical work on critical plant equipment
Use 1SAP and similar systems for work management, scheduling, and reporting
Work with SCADA, PLCs, instrumentation, and other control systems to support plant operations
Manage high voltage reticulation networks, including switching, terminations, and splicing
ABOUT YOU
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
Experience in concentrators and/or process plants within mining or heavy industry
Able to work independently and in team environments
Strong safety focus in all work practices
Competent in using computer systems and digital tools
Leadership or supervisory experience (desirable)
Qualifications for this position are:
Electrical Trade Qualification
Current Electrical Licence; Electrical Mechanic or Electrical Fitter Mechanic
Current Open Drivers Licence
Instrumentation Technician (desirable)
South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.
We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
This job advert will close on Wednesday 26th August ****.

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