Maintenance Electrician

About the Company:

Our client is a global leader in Mineral Processing with over 170 assets worldwide. This is their largest site in Australia supplying a range of industries including mining, agriculture and construction.

They are now looking for a Maintenance Electrician to join their team.

Reasons to be interested:

• Join a global leader organisation.
• Join a team at a site with a great culture, led by a passionate industry veteran who is dedicated to mentoring and coaching.
• Opportunities to grow within the business.
• Overtime available. The rate is 1.5 times the hourly wage for the initial 2 hours, then 2 times thereafter. On Sundays, the rate is doubled throughout.
• Permanent Full-time job.
• Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm

Role responsibilities:

• Carry out maintenance tasks and other responsibilities as directed by site management to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations at our Bathurst facility.
• Follow business processes and industry standards to ensure all work is completed safely, including conducting risk assessments and adhering to the Start Safe, Stay Safe protocol.
• Collaborate with the Electrical Supervisor to review and update site electrical administrative systems, including registers, drawings, and procedures.
• Safely operate and maintain site automation systems, making minor adjustments as required.
• Contribute to the design, installation, and commissioning of major electrical projects, which may occasionally require travel away from your home base.
• Inspect equipment, identify opportunities for improvement, and report your findings.

Requirements:

• Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician with a valid NSW Electrical License.
• Over 2 years of extensive experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting.
• In-depth knowledge of safe work practices, including Lock Out Tag Out Try Out procedures.
• Demonstrated expertise in fault finding and problem-solving in automation, electrical systems, and processes.
• Experience working with PLC and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong dedication to Occupational Health and Safety standards.

If you have the required skills and ambition to further your career in a market leader, please apply. Applicants must be currently living in and have full working rights in Australia. Only candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted.