Job Description

About Us

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Harness Energy is a leading workforce solutions provider, connecting skilled professionals with major oil and gas projects across Australia. We specialise in recruitment, training, and upskilling for industry roles, ensuring our workforce is job-ready and compliant with industry standards.

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The Role

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As a Field / Rig Electrician, you will be responsible for maintaining and servicing electrical systems on drilling rigs and remote field sites. You will play a key role in ensuring safe and reliable operations, working alongside experienced teams in challenging environments.

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What You Need

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- Electrical License (valid in required state)
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- Electrician Trade Certificate
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- EEHA (Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas) (valid within 3 years)
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- Perform Rescue from a Live LV Panel (preferred – training available)
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- Physically fit with the ability to work long hours in remote locations
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- Comfortable working at heights and in extreme weather conditions
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- Strong teamwork, communication, and safety awareness
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- Valid manual driver's license
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- Awareness of Chain of Responsibility Regulations
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- National Police Clearance (less than 1 month old)
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- Fault diagnosis; extent of repairs, liaise with designated person for action, disassemble units and components for further investigation
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- Demonstrate knowledge of electrical systems such as, general, PLC and hazardous area compliance competency
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- Communicate to all relevant personnel on commissioning, servicing and maintenance,



defects and modifications to minimise risk
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- Team work in trouble shooting and diagnosing damage of drilling equipment, pumps, generators and motors
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- Ensure the preventative maintenance program for all drilling plant, top drives, pumps, hydraulics, generators, motors, vehicles and equipment is carried out in accordance with the maintenance schedule
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- Have a sound background with current drilling rig operations including camps
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- Actively participate in using methods to reduce operational risk.
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- Any other duties as required
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- Hydraulics, Pneumatics & Schematics
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- Maintain diesel/gas generators
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- Paralleling switch gear
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- LV - MV - HV
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- VFD, UPS & DC
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- Top drives, Drawworks and Mud Pumps
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- Auxiliary Rig Systems
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- Diagnostics & Repairs
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- Preventative Maintenance
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Required Certificates/Training*

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- Industry Safety Induction (ISI)
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- First Response to Fire Incidents
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- Operate Breathing Apparatus
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- First Aid & CPR
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- Confined Space Entry & Gas Test Atmospheres
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- Wellsite Permit to Work (Holder)
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- Working at Heights with Gotcha Kit
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- Operate Vehicles in the Field (4WD Certificate)
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*Training can be provided to the right candidate.

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Why Join Us?

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- Market-competitive salary & Long-Term Opportunities
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- Even-Time FIFO Roster
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- Upskilling & Career Progression with Nationally Accredited Training
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- Supportive Team & Career Development
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*** Overseas applicants need not apply ***

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📌 Rig Electrician (Queensland)
🏢 Harness Energy Services
📍 Queensland