HV Electrician | Surface Coal Mine | Permanent

Techforce JobAdder ·www.techforce.com.au

Location QLD - Mackay, Queensland, Australia
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities
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Location: Mackay & Coalfields
Classification: Mining, Resources & Energy > Maintenance & Fault Diagnosis
Work type: Full time, Permanent

The role covers site electrical infrastructure, high voltage reticulation and fixed plant maintenance, working as part of the site electrical team.

The role
  • Permanent full time position with staff conditions
  • Salary package plus superannuation
  • 7/7 Roster
  • Drive or Bus from Mackay or Townsville
  • Camp accommodation, meals and site transport provided
  • Annual leave, sick leave and ongoing training support
Responsibilities
  • HV switching, isolation and access permits in line with site electrical procedures
  • Maintenance and fault finding on reticulation, substations, transformers and switchrooms
  • Trailing cable installation, repair and testing
  • Fixed plant electrical maintenance including CHPP, conveyors and pumps
  • Protection relay testing, breaker maintenance and cable testing
  • Motor, starter and VSD maintenance and fault finding
  • Statutory inspections, testing and compliance record keeping
  • Compliance with the Coal Mining Safety and Health Act and Regulation
Requirements
  • Trade certificate in Electrical (AQF Cert III) and a current Electrical Licence
  • HV Switching and Access Authority, current or able to obtain
  • Queensland Coal Mining Electrical Competency, or equivalent from another jurisdiction
  • Experience with site electrical infrastructure and fixed plant
  • Coal Board Medical, current or willing to obtain
  • Standard 11 Generic Induction, current or willing to obtain
  • Current C class driver's licence
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screen
Desirable
  • Experience as an appointed HV Switching Operator or Coordinator
  • Protection and relay testing experience
  • CHPP or wash plant experience
  • PLC, SCADA or instrumentation exposure
  • Working at Heights, Confined Space or EWP tickets
  • ERZ Controller or Electrical Supervisor competencies

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Who is hiring for the HV Electrician | Surface Coal Mine | Permanent role?
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Where is the HV Electrician | Surface Coal Mine | Permanent job located?
The HV Electrician | Surface Coal Mine | Permanent role with Techforce JobAdder is based in QLD - Mackay, QLD, AU.
Is the HV Electrician | Surface Coal Mine | Permanent role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Techforce JobAdder.
What experience level is the HV Electrician | Surface Coal Mine | Permanent role?
The HV Electrician | Surface Coal Mine | Permanent position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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