MINING ELECTRICIANS – MULTIPLE ROSTER OPTIONS
$65–$75/hr | Permanent Full-Time | 4/3, 7/7 DIDO & 9-Day Fortnight
CHPP Maintenance | Shift Relief | Projects | Bowen Basin
Looking for better pay, more roster choice and long-term job security?
Rapid Electrical Service is seeking multiple experienced electricians to join our growing team supporting major mining clients throughout the Bowen Basin.
We have a range of permanent roles available across CHPP maintenance, shift relief, projects and general site maintenance, with multiple roster options depending on the site and position.
Roster Options
Current opportunities include:
4 days on / 3 days off
7 days on / 7 days off DIDO
9-day fortnight (No Weekends)
Additional shifts and overtime available for those wanting to increase their earnings
If you're looking for a roster that better suits your lifestyle without sacrificing earning potential or job security, we'd like to hear from you.
Why Join Rapid?
$65–$75 per hour
, depending on experience and competencies
Permanent full-time employment
Multiple roster options – 4/3, 7/7 and 9-day fortnight
DIDO opportunities from Mackay
Paid travel on applicable first and last roster days
Optional overtime and additional shifts
Long‐term work across
major Bowen Basin mining operations
Genuine opportunities for
upskilling and career progression
Robust pipeline of work providing
long‐term job security
Locally owned company
with direct access to owners and management
We also have an excellent staff retention rate, with many employees having been with Rapid for
8–20+ years
.




The Role
As part of Rapid's mining and industrial electrical team, you'll work across a range of Bowen Basin sites and projects.
Depending on your position, roster and site, your work may include:
CHPP maintenance
Shift relief coverage
Breakdown and preventative maintenance
Electrical installation and maintenance
Fault finding
Electrical work orders
Mining infrastructure projects
Lighting and power installations
Switchboard installations and upgrades
Testing and commissioning
Project and shutdown work
Site safety, environmental and quality requirements
You'll work alongside experienced electricians and supervisors while having the autonomy to get on with the job, make decisions and take pride in delivering quality work.
The variety of sites and work means you'll continue to develop your electrical knowledge and experience while working with some of the region's leading mining operations.
What We're Looking For
To be considered, you will require:
Current
Queensland Electrical Licence
Current
Queensland Driver Licence
Current
LVR/CPR
Ability to work DIDO rosters throughout the Bowen Basin
Strong commitment to safety and quality
Reliable work history and professional attitude




Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with clients and site teams
The following are highly regarded, although opportunities may be available to obtain them where required:
Standard 11
Coal Board Medical
Working at Heights
Confined Space
Hazardous Areas competency
Most importantly, we're looking for electricians who are reliable, safety-focused, take pride in their work and want to be part of a team for the long term.
About Rapid Electrical Service
Rapid Electrical Service has been operating since the
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and has grown from a small locally owned business into one of the Mackay region's established providers of electrical, industrial, mining and electric motor services.
Our success has been built on long-term relationships with both our customers and our people.
We promote from within wherever possible and have seen apprentices and electricians progress through the business into
Leading Hand, Supervisor, Operations and management positions
.
Our continued growth and strong pipeline of mining and industrial work allows us to provide our team with
long-term employment, career development and genuine job security
.
Ready for a Better Roster?
Whether you're looking for a
4/3 roster, 7/7 DIDO or a 9-day fortnight
, we may have an opportunity that suits you.
If you want
$65–$75/hr, permanent employment, roster choice and long‐term Bowen Basin work
, we'd like to hear from you.
Multiple positions and immediate starts are available.
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📌 Mining Electricians – Multiple Roster Options (North Mackay)
🏢 Rapid Electrical Service
📍 North Mackay