Underground Electricians | Cannington Mine | $78/hr Flat | 7:7 Roster | FIFO from Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville
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23rd July, 2026
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Engineering Trades Australia is currently seeking experienced Underground Electricians for ongoing work at a major underground mining operation in North-West Queensland.
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The operation is an underground hard-rock mine with extensive mobile mining equipment, underground electrical infrastructure and surface processing facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mining electrician looking for a consistent 7:7 roster, competitive flat rate and long-term work.
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About the Role
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Working as part of the underground maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of underground mining equipment and electrical infrastructure.
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Your duties may include;
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- Fault-finding, diagnostics and breakdown response
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- Maintenance and repairs on Sandvik underground drills, cable bolters and other mobile mining equipment
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- Maintenance of Normet shotcreters, pumps, ventilation systems and underground services
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- HV/LV isolation, testing and electrical fault-finding
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- Installation of underground electrical infrastructure
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- Cable installation, terminations and equipment connections
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- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
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- Working closely with the mining and maintenance teams to maximize equipment availability
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Requirements
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- Current QLD Electrical Licence
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- Previous underground mining experience
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- Current CPR & LVR
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- Construction White Card
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- Working at Heights, Confined Space – within 2-years
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- National Police clearance
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- 7:7 roster
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- FIFO flights from Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville
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- Camp accommodation and meals provided
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- Immediate start available
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- Ongoing work
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- Consistent roster and long-term prospect
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