Exciting opportunity for an experienced HV Electrician with a current HV Switching ticket to join a leading mining contractor at Olympic Dam.
- $75.00ph + super | 8:6 roster | FIFO from Adelaide
- Temp-to-perm opportunity after 24 weeks with a leading mining contractor
- Work on specialised raisebore equipment within an experienced team
The company
This is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded mining contractor with an excellent reputation on a global scale. With operations throughout Australia and internationally, they are known for;
- High levels of quality and excellence in delivery
- Investing in training, development & upskilling
- Working with highly specialised mining equipment and technology
The mine site and roster
With an excellent relationship with the principal miner and working on a long-term contract at Olympic Dam, you'll enjoy the following benefits;
- 8:6 roster - day shift only
- FIFO from Adelaide direct to site in South Australia
- FIFO on day 1 and day 8 - all in company time on day shift
- Interstate flights on offer for suitably experienced applicants
- Excellent camp facilities and high-quality meals provided in Roxby Downs
The duties and team
You'll enjoy integrating into a close-knit, experienced raisebore team on site with a great culture. Reporting to the supervisor on crew, you will be responsible for;
- Working environment - Underground and surface operations
- Duties - Scheduled maintenance, servicing, electrical breakdowns, fault finding, diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Electrical systems - 1,000V power supply, distribution equipment, three-phase motors, VFDs, PLCs and control systems
- Machinery - Herrenknecht, Epiroc, Dresser and Robbins raisebore drill rigs
Your skills and experience
You will be a trade-qualified Electrician with solid industrial electrical experience, ideally within underground mining or heavy industrial environments. Experience working with 1,000V electrical systems and mining equipment will be highly regarded. You will also;
- Hold a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician and an unrestricted electrical licence valid in South Australia
- Must hold a current High Voltage (HV) Switching ticket/competency
- Have robust electrical fault-finding, breakdown and diagnostic capabilities
- Have experience with three-phase motors, VFDs, PLCs and electrical control systems
- Be confident reading electrical schematics and working with electrical distribution systems
- Have an excellent attitude towards safety, teamwork and learning new skills
- Be able to work autonomously and enjoy working within a close-knit team
The opportunity and why apply
- Join a global mining contractor with excellent long-term career opportunities
- Secure a role with a business that invests in training and development
- Work on highly specialised raisebore drilling equipment
- Learn from experienced industry professionals within a supportive team
- Enjoy an 8:6 roster with FIFO in company time on day shift
- $75.00ph + super on an initial 24-week contract through Marble
- Opportunity to transition into a permanent position directly with Macmahon after 24 weeks
Don't miss out on this standout opportunity to further your career with an industry expert in the highly specialised raisebore drilling sector.
Apply now for more information or call Lachlan Webster on ************ and request a detailed position pack on the role.