Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

About the role

UGL is seeking an experienced, safety‑focused Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support capital upgrades at an alumina smelter in Portland, Victoria. This permanent, full‑time position is on‑site and ideal for local candidates.

Key responsibilities

• Perform electrical and instrumentation inspections, repairs, upgrades and calibrations on fixed plant equipment.
• Support breakdowns, shutdown activities and equipment upgrades across critical processing assets.
• Carry out fault‑finding, loop checks, testing and verification of instrumentation devices.
• Diagnose electrical and control system issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Complete documentation, reports and records to meet quality, safety and statutory requirements.

Required profile

• Trade‑qualified Electrical Instrumentation Technician, Electrician with Instrumentation or equivalent.
• Experience in mining, minerals processing, alumina/bauxite or heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork and high‑quality workmanship.

Required skills

• Strong technical capability with HV/LV electrical systems.
• Proficiency with PLCs, instruments, transmitters, control valves and analysers.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs and loop diagrams.