Full Job Description
Engineering Trades Australia is currently seeking experienced Underground Electricians for ongoing work at a major underground mining operation in North-West Queensland.

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.

About the Role
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.

Your duties may include;

- Fault-finding, diagnostics and breakdown response
- Maintenance and repairs on Sandvik underground drills, cable bolters and other mobile mining equipment
- Maintenance of Normet shotcreters, pumps, ventilation systems and underground services
- HV/LV isolation, testing and electrical fault-finding
- Installation of underground electrical infrastructure
- Cable installation, terminations and equipment connections
- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics




- Working closely with the mining and maintenance teams to maximize equipment availability

The role will suit an electrician with strong underground mining experience who is confident working on mobile mining equipment, fixed electrical infrastructure and HV/LV systems.

Requirements

- Current QLD Electrical Licence
- Previous underground mining experience
- Current CPR & LVR
- Construction White Card
- Working at Heights, Confined Space – within 2-years
- National Police clearance <12 months old or ability to obtain ASAP
- Current Driver's Licence
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening

What's On Offer

- $78/hr Flat Rate
- 7:7 roster
- FIFO flights from Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville
- Camp accommodation and meals provided
- Immediate start available
- Ongoing work
- Consistent roster and long-term prospect

If you're an experienced Underground Maintenance Electrician with a background in mobile mining equipment and underground electrical maintenance, apply now for immediate consideration or send your resume to [email protected].

📌 Underground Electrician - Cannington (Queensland)
🏢 Engineering Trades Australia
📍 Queensland