Auto Electrician

MacKellar Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation provided

Meals provided

Permanent full-time employment

Salary packaging options

Job summary

MacKellar Group seeks an experienced Auto Electrician to join the Blackwater Workshop in a long‑term, permanent role. You’ll support heavy mining equipment in a modern, well‑equipped workshop, with minimal field work and an 7/7 day‑shift roster and no night shifts.

Offering up to $71.08/hr plus super, camp accommodation and meals, salary packaging options and clear career progression, this role is ideal for tradespeople seeking work‑life balance in a stable mining contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Auto Electrician with pride in workmanship.
• Experience with heavy mining or earthmoving equipment.
• Current Refrigerant Handling Licence / Air Conditioning Ticket.
• Current Queensland Driver Licence.
• Strong electrical diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance team.

Skills

Electrical diagnostic

Fault finding

Education

Auto Electrical Trade Qualification

Job description

Permanent workshop role | Day shifts only | Even-time roster | Long-term opportunity

Looking for a mining trade role that gives you great earning potential without the night shifts? MacKellar is looking for experienced Auto Electricians to join our permanent maintenance team at our Blackwater Workshop. You’ll work alongside a skilled maintenance crew, supporting a modern fleet of heavy mining equipment in a quality workshop environment.

With a 7/7 day-shift-only roster, competitive pay and long-term employment, this is a great opportunity to build a secure career while maintaining a genuine work-life balance.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to $71.08/hr + super
• Super paid on every rostered hour
• 7/7 even-time roster – day shifts only
• Permanent full-time employment
• Workshop-based position with minimal field work
• Camp accommodation and meals provided
• Modern workshop, quality tooling and well-maintained equipment
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Long‑term career progression with an established mining contractor

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a qualified Auto Electrician who takes pride in their work and enjoys working with heavy mobile equipment. You’ll need:

• Australian‑recognised Auto Electrical Trade Qualification
• Previous experience working on heavy mining or earthmoving equipment
• Current Refrigerant Handling Licence / Air Conditioning Ticket
• Current Queensland Driver Licence
• Strong electrical diagnostic and fault‑finding capabilities
• A commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship
• Ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance team

Why MacKellar?

With more than 60 years of industry experience, MacKellar is a leading Australian mining and civil contractor with a strong focus on people, equipment and long‑term partnerships. Our Blackwater Workshop offers a professional and supportive environment where you can put your trade skills to work without the demands of a traditional site‑based role.

No night shifts. An even‑time 7/7 roster. Permanent employment. Competitive pay.

If you’re ready for a better balance between work and life without stepping away from the mining industry, MacKellar is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.