The Opportunity & Why Apply
An exciting opportunity for experienced Underground Shift Electricians to join a well-known mining contractor on a developing underground gold project in New Zealand's South Island. Working on a modern fleet of Sandvik underground machinery, you'll join a close-knit maintenance team right at the start of the project with the opportunity to play a key role in bringing a historic mining operation back into production.

- Even-time 2:2 roster - 7 days, 7 nights, 14 days off
- FIFO from major Australian capital cities, with accommodation and meals provided
- Casual rates of $80-$85ph + super, with the opportunity to transition to the contractor after six months
- Join a growing operation with 18-20 brand-new machines and a five-year mining contract

The Company
Join a well-established mining contractor with over 30 years of experience across Australia and internationally. The business has recently secured a major contract to support the redevelopment of a historic NZ gold mine.

- Established contractor specialising in underground hard-rock mining
- Recently awarded a five-year mining contract valued at approximately $406 million
- Scope includes underground development, production, backfill and associated mining services
- Growing team with long-term opportunities across Australian and international operations

The Mine Site
Located on New Zealand's South Island, this historic gold mine is being brought back into production, with first gold scheduled for December 2026.

- Historic underground gold operation undergoing major redevelopment




- Underground access via a 3.3km twin decline system
- Workforce expected to grow to approximately 280 personnel
- Modern fleet of 18-20 new machines, with surface workshop facilities being expanded and a current mine camp on the way

The Role
Join a close-knit maintenance crew of Electricians, Heavy Diesel Fitters, Auto Electricians, LV Mechanics and Boilermakers. Working on shift, 90% of your duties are performed underground, so you'll be responsible for keeping the electrical systems of a modern underground fleet and mine services running safely and reliably.

- 1000V reticulation and terminations
- Drill rig servicing and breakdowns on Sandvik DD422i and DS422i units
- Maintenance and installation of pumps, fans and vents
- Relocation and installation of jumbo boxes and pump starters
- Leaky feeder communication system installs and maintenance
- Testing, tagging, statutory checks and audits

Your Skills & Experience
We're looking for experienced Underground Shift Electricians with strong electrical skills and a hands-on approach to maintenance. Previous underground hard-rock experience is essential.

- Australian recognised Electrical trade qualification with a current electrical licence




- Experience maintaining underground hard-rock mining equipment
- Strong electrical fault finding and diagnostic skills, ideally with Sandvik machinery
- Safety-focused with the ability to work independently and within a team

Roster, Accommodation & What's On Offer
Enjoy an even-time roster, competitive Australian rates and accommodation, meals and transport provided. Initially join through Marble on a casual contract, with the opportunity to transition to a 12-month fixed-term contract directly with the mining contractor after six months.

- 2:2 roster - 7 days, 7 nights, 14 off, working 12-hour shifts
- $75-$85ph + super through Marble, with fixed-term rates of $70-$80ph + super and paid annual and sick leave
- Flights to Christchurch and shuttle transfers to the accommodation, approximately 4.5 hours from the airport
- Private hotel accommodation, meals and daily site transfers provided, with a new purpose-built camp expected in early to mid-2027

Apply Now
If you're an experienced Underground Electrician looking for a new challenge on an exciting NZ mining project whilst earning Australian rates, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Max Dostine directly on 0409 930 032 for a confidential discussion.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Max Dostine | [email protected] | 0409 930 032 | 02 8116 2260

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