Auto Electrician – Isaac Downs

About EPSA

We are a global family-owned business with over 60 years in the mining, civil and earth moving industry. Operating in several countries throughout the world, this opportunity as a qualified and experienced Auto Electrician will see you in the Australian operation working at the Isaac Downs Mine in Moranbah, Queensland.

What we are offering:

• Permanent Full-Time position.
• Attractive pay + Super + above award leave entitlements.
• Option of Travel Allowance or Local Residential Allowance: $15,000 annually.
• Salary sacrificing and novated lease benefits.
• Camp accommodation and meals provided.
• Family-owned business with a focus on creating local employment opportunities.
• Inclusive and dynamic team focused work environment.
• Work for an organisation with an international footprint.

About the role

Responsibilities include:

• Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Gathering information about electrical system issues and identifying requirements.
• Diagnosing electrical issues and proposing relevant courses of action.
• Installation, repair or replacement of faulty electrical wiring and any other associated parts.

To be successful you will have:

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment, as well as autonomously.
• Demonstrated positive commitment to safety and safe work practices working around heavy machinery.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven strong diagnostic and trouble shooting ability with respect to heavy earthmoving equipment electrical and wiring systems.

Essential

• Australian recognised and relevant trade certificate.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in the mining industry as a qualified Auto Electrician.
• ARC Air Con Refrigerant Handling Licence.
• Experience with Caterpillar and Komatsu Mining Equipment and Liebherr Excavators electronic equipment and systems.
• Surface Coal Mining Induction QLD (Standard 11).
• Current Australian Drivers Licence.
• QLD Coal Mine Workers Health Scheme Assessment or willingness to complete along with a Pre-Employment Medical.

Desirable

• Strong Technical writing capability.
• Risk management skills and experience.