Underground Electrical Technician - FIFO

About the role

AngloGold Ashanti is looking for an Electrical Technician to join its Underground Electrical Maintenance team at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. The role reports to the Underground Electrical Maintenance Supervisor and provides frontline support so that all electrical work is done safely, on time, cost-effectively and in an environmentally responsible way. It is based at the mine on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster, with direct flights from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

Key responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and install motors, VSDs, transformers, substations, starter panels, distribution boards, RMUs, ventilation fans, dewatering systems, instrumentation, communications, lighting and other electrical systems
• Carry out scheduled statutory requirements work safely and efficiently
• Install and maintain underground reticulation systems for reliable power distribution
• Maintain underground drilling equipment to minimise downtime
• Study plans, drawings, specifications and work orders to plan repairs and installations
• Be available after hours on a call-out roster for equipment breakdowns
• Assist with equipment maintenance shutdowns and power isolation coordination

Required profile

• Unrestricted WA electrical licence (essential)
• Mining or heavy industry electrical maintenance experience (essential); underground mining experience preferred
• Permanent work rights in Australia (mandatory)
• WA 'C' class manual driver's licence
• Current high voltage switching certificate, or ability to obtain one

Required skills

• Electrical instrumentation, PLCs and automation experience desirable
• Data cabling licence advantageous
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety (Mines) regulations, AS/NZS 3000 and other Australian standards
• Computer literacy: Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and SAP
• Senior first aid