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Underground Electrical Technician

AngloGold Ashanti

Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, WA
FIFO
8/6

Job Description

AngloGold Ashanti Limited is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience.

At AngloGold Ashanti, we offer work that carries significance and creates tangible results. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. We prioritise the well-being of every person and embrace equity.

Learn more about our Vision, purpose and values at AngloGold Ashanti.

The Opportunity We are now seeking an Underground Electrical Technician to join our Underground Electrical Maintenance team in Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. Reporting to the Underground Electrical Maintenance Supervisor, you will provide frontline support and ensure all electrical works are carried out safely, timely, cost-effectively and with environmental responsibility.

This role is based at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster. We operate direct flights to our sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

Accountabilities:

  • Doing repairs, maintenance and installation activities on infrastructure such as, motors, VSDs, transformers, substations, starter panels, distribution boards, RMU’s, ventilation fans, dewatering systems, instrumentation, communications, lighting, and other electrical systems
  • Carrying out scheduled statutory requirements work safely and efficiently
  • Installing and maintaining underground reticulation systems, ensuring reliable power distribution
  • Conducting breakdown and maintenance tasks on underground drilling equipment to minimise downtime
  • Studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and or installations
  • Availability after hours on a "Call Out" roster basis to respond to any equipment breakdown
  • Assist with equipment maintenance shutdown or power isolation coordination and execution

About You People are at the heart of everything we do. We want you to collaborate with us, share your ideas and feel confident to challenge the status quo. To be considered, we would like to see you have:

  • Unrestricted WA Electrical Licence (Essential)
  • Electrical Instrumentation Certificate, PLCs and Automation experience (Desirable)
  • Data cabler’s license advantageous
  • Mining or heavy industry electrical maintenance experience (Essential)
  • Underground Mining electrical maintenance experience is preferred
  • Knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations, AS/NZS 3000 and other relevant Australian Standards
  • Current High Voltage Switching certificate - however can assist with obtaining
  • Computer literacy: Word, Excel, Microsoft Projects, and SAP
  • WA ‘C’ Class manual driver's license
  • Senior First Aid
  • Existing and ongoing Permanent work rights in Australia (mandatory)

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

www.anglogoldashanti.com

Belong at AngloGold Ashanti Australia and make gold a part of your story — a story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s most sought-after precious metals.

Culture and Benefits: We foster a workplace built on dignity and respect. We offer challenging work, competitive pay that’s regularly reviewed, and opportunities for career growth. At AGAA, learning is a shared responsibility, and your development matters to us. Your benefits will include:

  • Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid)
  • FIFO Allowance
  • Attractive Annual Bonus
  • Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer
  • 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid Parental Leave
  • Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance
  • Active committees driving a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
  • Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave
  • Salary sacrifice and Novated Lease options

Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 website. AGAA recognises that standard recruitment processes are not accessible to everyone. If there are any accommodations or supports that would assist you in participating in the recruitment process for this role, please reach out to our Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity team at InclDiversityEquity@anglogoldashanti.com.

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