About

Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is situated in Central Victoria, east of Bendigo and surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options.

Our current operation runs an underground mine and processing plant that is responsible for producing gold and antimony. The mine's workforce consists of over 250 permanent employees who hold various roles in professional, technical, mining, processing, and trades.

We are focused on safe and efficient work practices and providing our people with authentic and rewarding career opportunities where innovation and agility are celebrated. We have established a culture that prioritises our people and fosters strong community connections.

Please note: Costerfield Operations is a residential mine and relocation to the local area is essential for this role.

About The Role
Reporting to the Electrical & Fixed Plant Superintendent, this hands-on leadership position is responsible for coordinating electrical maintenance activities, managing electrical tradespeople, apprentices and contractors, and ensuring critical assets operate safely and efficiently.
The key responsibilities of the role include:

- Lead and coordinate day-to-day electrical maintenance across underground, processing plant and surface facilities.
- Supervise and support electricians, apprentices and contractors to deliver safe and efficient outcomes.
- Prioritise and coordinate planned maintenance, breakdown response, shutdowns and project work.
- Ensure all electrical work is completed in accordance with statutory requirements, electrical standards and site procedures.
- Drive a strong safety culture through visible leadership, risk management and compliance activities.
- Coordinate electrical inspections, testing, certifications and statutory obligations.




- Monitor equipment performance and implement solutions to improve reliability and availability.
- Manage work execution, labour allocation and maintenance priorities across multiple operational areas.
- Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Planning and Projects teams to achieve business objectives.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, equipment upgrades and commissioning activities.

About You
If you're an experienced electrical leader looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact on safety, reliability and operational performance bring the following skills.

- Electrical trade qualification with a current Victorian Electrician's Licence.
- Demonstrated experience in mining, mineral processing, heavy industry or a similar industrial environment.
- Previous supervisory, leading hand or frontline leadership experience.
- Robust understanding of electrical safety, isolation, testing, fault finding and statutory compliance requirements.
- Experience with fixed plant electrical systems including power distribution, motor control, instrumentation, PLCs and variable speed drives.
- Experience using CMMS and maintenance management systems.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and decision-making capability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement.
- Current driver's licence and ability to meet site access and fitness-for-work requirements.

Benefits on offer

- 5/2 roster arrangement
- Residential role - be home with your family every night
- Competitive remuneration package
- Relocation assistance available
- Onsite Physiotherapy
- Life and Salary Continuance insurance
- Novated Leasing options for vehicles
- Employee Rewards program – cash savings for everyday expenses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Ambulance cover
- Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance

The Process
Early applications ar...

📌 Electrical Foreman (Costerfield)
🏢 Alkane Resources
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