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Auto Electrician

TechForce

Perth, WA
FIFO
$ hourly
2/1

Job Description

About the Role

As an Auto Electrician, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing electrical systems across a fleet of heavy mobile mining equipment, helping ensure maximum reliability, safety and operational performance.

Equipment includes:

  • CAT 785 and Komatsu 830E haul trucks.
  • Liebherr 9400 and Komatsu PC1250 excavators.
  • Sandvik and Epiroc drills.
  • CAT D10 dozers.
  • CAT 16M graders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Performing preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing.
  • Diagnosing electrical faults and completing troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Conducting inspections, testing and adjustments on heavy mobile plant.
  • Maintaining electrical systems and components to ensure equipment reliability.
  • Completing breakdown repairs and replacing faulty components.
  • Following site safety procedures and maintenance standards.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or an equivalent Australian-recognised trade qualification.
  • Experience working on heavy mobile mining equipment.
  • Experience with CAT, Komatsu, Epiroc or similar equipment.
  • A current air-conditioning ticket.
  • Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.
  • A current HR driver's licence (desirable).
  • A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

What’s on Offer / Benefits

  • $85–$90 per hour casual rate
  • FIFO from Perth
  • 2:1 roster
  • $3,000 sign-on bonus when transitioning to a full-time contract directly with the client after six months (T&Cs apply).
  • Flexibility to remain casual with us or transition to a full-time client contract after six months.
  • Superannuation paid on all hours worked.
  • Opportunity to work on a diverse fleet of major mining equipment.
  • Access to corporate discounts, cashback offers and employee wellbeing programs.
  • Salary sacrificing benefits available.
  • Employee referral program with the opportunity to earn up to $2,500.
  • Long-term career development opportunities.

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