Silverstone is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join an established maintenance team supporting a lithium mining operation in Western Australia. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary fixed plant maintenance crew, you will be responsible for maintaining and fault-finding electrical, instrumentation and control equipment to support safe, efficient and reliable plant operations.

This is a FIFO from Perth opportunity operating on an 8:6 day shift / 7:7 night shift roster. We're paying $90 - $95/hr + Super (Paid on all hours).

About the Role

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:

- Carrying out planned and reactive electrical and instrumentation maintenance across fixed processing plant equipment.
- Diagnosing electrical, instrumentation, control and automation faults and identifying the root cause of equipment failures.
- Supporting electrical isolations, permits and associated site safety processes.
- Conducting inspections and functional checks of electrical equipment, including interlocks and associated mechanical components.
- Completing maintenance work orders accurately and to a high standard using PRONTO.
- Ensuring materials and spare parts are correctly recorded and allocated against work orders.
- Maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with relevant legislation, site procedures and electrical standards.
- Working collaboratively with other maintenance disciplines to minimise equipment downtime and achieve maintenance targets.
- Identifying potential hazards and actively contributing to a safe working environment.




- Communicating improvement opportunities and practical ideas to supervisors and the broader maintenance team.
- Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping across work areas.
- Following site safety systems, procedures and Life Saving Rules at all times.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will ideally have:

- WA ‘A’ Grade Electrical licence, Cert IV Electrical Instrumentation & High Voltage switching ticket (Essential)
- Working at Heights and Confined Space (Essential)
- Current WA Driver’s licence.
- Current EWP ticket, as well as CPR & LV Rescue.
- Demonstrated experience working on fixed processing plant, preferably within mining or mineral processing.
- Strong electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting capabilities.
- A strong focus on safety, quality and attention to detail.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary maintenance team.
- A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.
- PRONTO and Microsoft Office experience will be highly regarded.
- Full Australian working rights
- Provide a current National Police Clearance.

Site Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to c Complete a full site medical and meet the required fitness-for-work standards.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced E&I; Technician to join a skilled maintenance team and work within a major lithium operation on a ongoing 8/6 7/7 FIFO roster. The rate is $90 - $95/hr + Super (Paid on all hours). There is a strong chance of temp to perm for the right person.

Apply now or contact Silverstone for further information.

📌 Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (Port Hedland)
🏢 Silverstone
📍 Port Hedland