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Underground Electrician

Hays Australia

Brisbane, QLD; Townsville, QLD; Mount Isa, QLD
FIFO
7/7 / 8/6

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Underground Electricians to join a high-performing underground maintenance team. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing underground electrical infrastructure, communication systems, and mobile mining equipment to support safe and efficient mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on underground electrical systems and drilling equipment
  • Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on underground mining assets
  • Maintain pump stations, starter boxes, production drills, and associated infrastructure
  • Complete cable installations, terminations, relocations, and infrastructure upgrade
  • Conduct statutory inspections, testing, and compliance checks
  • Assist with maintenance of surface electrical assets as required
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with site procedures and legislative requirements

Roster & Location

  • 7/7 / 8/6 roster
  • Night shifts incorporated into the roster rotation following every four swings of day shifts
  • FIFO from Brisbane or Townsville
  • BIBO available from Mount Isa

Requirements

  • Electrical Trade Qualification
  • Current QLD Electrical Licence
  • Current LVR/CPR certification
  • Minimum 2-3 years' underground mining experience
  • Experience maintaining underground electrical infrastructure and mining equipment
  • Current MMMQ medical highly regarded
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance

What you’ll get in return

In return, you will have the opportunity to start a career in underground mining with a global mining company. Ongoing work is available, with strong potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.

How to Apply

If you're interested in this opportunity, click "Apply Now" or contact Hays for a confidential discussion about this role or other opportunities within Resources & Mining.

07 4749 8399

mtisa@hays.com.au

LHS 297508

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