The Commissioning Electrician is responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of high-voltage electrical systems and equipment.
This role ensures all work is completed in accordance with relevant safety standards, project specifications, and statutory regulations.
Description Position Title: HV Commissioning Electrician Reports To: Commissioning Supervisor / Electrical Superintendent Project: Decarb Infrastructure Roster: 2:1 Pay rate: $***** per hour Duration: 12+ months with likely extension Site: FMG Eliwana for a short period before moving to FMG Solomon Position Overview The Commissioning Electrician is responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of high-voltage electrical systems and equipment.
This role ensures all work is completed in accordance with relevant safety standards, project specifications, and statutory regulations.
Key Responsibilities • Perform commissioning, functional testing, and energisation of HV systems (e.g., switchgear, transformers, protection relays, and control systems).
• Interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and test procedures.
• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, and secondary injection tests.
• Test and fault-find LV systems.
• Commission control systems.
• Carry out instrument calibration.
• Ensure all work complies with AS/NZS ****, AS ****, and other applicable standards.
• Identify, diagnose,



and resolve electrical faults and non-conformances.
• Maintain accurate test records and commissioning documentation.
• Liaise with engineers, package managers, and OPS personnel to coordinate commissioning activities.
• Adhere to all site safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
Skills Qualifications • WA (or equivalent) Electrical Licence.
• HV Switching Operator certification • Demonstrated experience in high-voltage installation and commissioning.
• Robust understanding of protection and control systems.
• High level of commitment to safety and compliance.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a commissioning team.
• Current CPR/LVR and White Card.
• Valid driver's licence.
Desirable Experience • Minimum 5 year's Experience in mining, renewable energy, or high-voltage infrastructure, including AC and DC chargers.
• Proven experience preparing and executing High Voltage switching including preparation of switching programs • Knowledge of SCADA and protection relay systems (e.g., SEL, Schneider, Siemens).
• Familiarity with commissioning documentation and pre-commissioning processes.
• Understanding of isolation and permitting systems.
• Knowledge of WA Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations and relevant HV Legislation

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