Operator Maintainer - Electrician

Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company formed as a joint venture with Gindalbie Metals Limited. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, Karara is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West. It produces a premium, high-grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.

The opportunity

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to join our Port Operations team based at the Geraldton Karara Export Terminal.

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring all operational requirements are met to site standards of efficiency, quality and safety.

This role operates on a Sportsman style 2 days, 2 nights on 5 days off / 2 days, 3 nights on 4 days off / 3 days, 2 nights on 5 days off roster.

To be successful in the role, the following is essential:

• Electrical Trade Qualification (A Grade Electrical Licence)
• HV Switching and/or Instrumentation qualification (Desirable)
• PLC and SCADA experience, preferably with Allen Bradley and GE packages (Desirable)
• WA 'C' class Drivers Licence
• WA High Risk Work Licences (DG Dogging/RB Basic Rigging/WP Elevated Work Platform)
• Proven knowledge, experience, and understanding of process plant equipment, along with demonstrated experience working with standard fixed plant policies and procedures
• Strong familiarity with scheduled maintenance systems and work order processes
• Ability to conduct problem-solving investigations and reviews effectively
• Capability to plan work activities aligned with operational requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant computer programs
• Australian Citizenship or hold a valid visa with permission to work
• National Police clearance is required to obtain MSIC

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be residing in the Geraldton area or be prepared to relocate at own cost.

Key Duties:

• Complete scheduled and unscheduled work tasks
• Perform work according to manufacturer standards and quality
• Identify, report, and communicate workplace issues and risks
• Share technical knowledge with the teamImprove maintenance procedures
• Support a culture of continuous improvement
• Engage in skill development activities
• Attend relevant training sessions
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects
• Mentor apprentices, contractors, and team members
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at Karara

About Karara Export Terminal

Enabling movement to the Karara Export Terminal at the Port of Geraldton, Karara owns and operates an 80 km railway linking Tilley Junction to the mine site in the Shire of Perenjori. The terminal is capable of processing up to 16 million tonnes of export products annually from a dedicated berth, with supporting rail and train unloading infrastructure.

To learn more about, please visitwww.kararamining.com.au