Maintenance Electrician – Port Operations

About the role

Glencore Port Operations is seeking a qualified Maintenance Electrician to join the Port Maintenance Department in Townsville. The role is residential, operates on a 4/4 roster with 12‑hour day shifts, and involves delivering safe, efficient electrical maintenance across the copper refining and port assets.

Key responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance activities to meet production and maintenance KPIs.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, fault finding, breakdown response and corrective repairs.
• Execute electrical installation and project work on port infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with electrical statutory requirements and site safety standards.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to drive continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Trade‑qualified Electrician holding a current Queensland electrical licence.
• Proven ability to work safely in a high‑risk industrial environment.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable and comfortable with rotating shift patterns.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to team performance and reliability.

Required skills

• Electrical maintenance and repair.
• Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting.
• Preventative maintenance procedures.
• Electrical installation and project execution.
• Compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with 13 % superannuation.
• Access to Glencore Rewards – health‑insurance discounts, retail offers and salary‑sacrifice options.
• Employee referral, recognition and reward programs.
• Training and development opportunities such as PLC courses, Cert III Instrumentation and HV Operator certification.