GOOD ON THE TOOLS? THINK YOU COULD RUN THE SHOW?

Automotive Electrician / Electronics Technician

Genuine pathway to Operations Manager

Location: Perth, Western Australia

Employment: Full time

About Small Mine ProductionSmall Mine Production (SMP) is an independent Western Australian business specialising in mining equipment and automation hire solutions.

We're growing our business and looking for an experienced, motivated technical professional who wants more than just another job.

We're looking for someone who can help build the operation they'll eventually lead.

This is an opportunity to join SMP at an early stage, work directly with the owners and play a meaningful role in shaping the business as it grows.

The OpportunityInitially, this will be a hands-on technical role focused on the preparation, maintenance, reliability and operational readiness of SMP-owned specialist hire assets.

You'll work with mining remote control, automation and electronic control technologies, taking responsibility for keeping our equipment ready for deployment.

As the business develops, your responsibilities will progressively expand into asset management, operational planning, technical coordination and team leadership.

Our intention is to develop the right person into SMP's Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, inspect, maintain and troubleshoot SMP-owned specialist hire assets.
- Diagnose electrical and electronic faults in mining equipment and control systems.
- Support the operational readiness and reliability of our remote control and automation hire equipment.
- Coordinate equipment repairs, maintenance and technical requirements.
- Assist with asset preparation, mobilisation and demobilisation.
- Maintain appropriate equipment documentation, maintenance records and operational procedures.
- Work directly with the owners to develop SMP's operational processes.
- As the business grows,



assist with recruitment, mentoring and management of the technical team.
- Progressively assume greater responsibility for planning and day-to-day operations.

About YouWe're looking for someone with:
- A trade qualification as an Automotive Electrician, or relevant electronics technician qualifications and experience.
- Experience with mining remote control or automation systems, ideally RCT ControlMaster, Cat Command, Sandvik AutoMine or similar technologies.
- Strong electrical and electronic diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities.
- Practical experience with underground mining equipment.
- A proactive approach to safety, quality and equipment reliability.
- The ability to work independently and take ownership of technical challenges.
- Good communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership potential and the ambition to grow professionally.

Previous management experience would be advantageous, but isn't essential. We're more interested in finding someone with the technical ability, attitude and drive to become a great Operations Manager.

Why Join SMP?

- Genuine opportunity to progress into an Operations Manager position.
- Work directly with the owners of an independent WA business.
- Help shape the operational direction of a growing company.
- Opportunity to build and eventually lead your own technical team.
- Work with specialist mining equipment, remote control and automation technologies.
- A practical, hands-on environment where initiative and good ideas are valued.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution from the beginning.

No Corporate Ladder to Climb. Help Us Build the Ladder.If you're an experienced Auto Electrician or Electronics Technician who enjoys being on the tools but knows you're capable of more, we'd like to hear from you. Apply through LinkedIn or contact Small Mine Production for a confidential discussion.

Small Mine Production Pty Ltd

Automation Hire Solutions

📌 Automotive Electrician (Perth)
🏢 Small Mine Production
📍 Perth