Auto Electrician

Williams Equipment Engineering; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Field service & workshop

Overtime opportunities

Modern workshop

Safety-focused team

Job summary

Williams Equipment Engineering in Toowoomba is seeking a Trade Qualified Auto Electrician with mining experience to join our team in field service and workshop roles. You will install, service and repair electrical systems on heavy mobile equipment, and build custom control boxes and wiring harnesses.

A strong safety focus and quality workmanship are essential. CAT SIS 2.0 experience is highly regarded, with opportunities across modern facilities and on-site field work supporting mining

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified auto electrician with mining experience preferred.
• Experience with heavy mobile equipment electrical systems.
• Experience building and programming control boxes and wiring harnesses.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain electrical systems on heavy mobile equipment.
• Install and wire access control systems and related components.
• Build and program custom control boxes for equipment applications.
• Fabricate wiring harnesses, looms and cable assemblies for heavy equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Keep accurate records of repairs and installations; update documentation as required.
• Collaborate with mechanical technicians and engineers on integrated systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance to team members and clients.

Skills

Auto electrical systems

Field service

Wiring harness fabrication

Control box programming

Safety and QA

Education

Certificate III in Auto Electrical Technology

Tools

CAT SIS 2.0

Parts Store

Job description

Williams Equipment Engineering – Toowoomba QLD

Are you a Trade Qualified Auto Electrician with mining experience looking for a stable role with a respected Toowoomba-based company? Williams Equipment Engineering is seeking skilled professionals to join our team in both field service and workshop positions.

ABOUT US

Williams Equipment Engineering is a Toowoomba-based provider of engineering and maintenance solutions specialising in mining and heavy equipment. We are known for delivering high-quality workmanship across equipment modifications, electrical systems, and specialised builds, with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and meeting client deadlines.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Auto Electrician, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems on heavy mobile equipment, including Caterpillar dozers, loaders, and associated machinery.

The role also involves building and programming custom Williams product ladder control boxes, wiring access systems and general wiring harnesses plus supporting specialised electrical fit-outs across a range of equipment. You will work to high safety and quality standards in both workshop and field environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose, repair and maintain electrical systems on heavy mobile equipment
• Install and wire access control systems and associated components
• Build and program custom control boxes for equipment applications
• Build wiring harnesses for various systems across and inside machinery
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and industry standards
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, installations and modifications and update documentation where required
• Collaborate with mechanical technicians and engineers on integrated systems
• Provide technical support and guidance to team members and clients

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Certificate III in Auto Electrical Technology (or equivalent trade qualification)
• Minimum 3 years of experience working on heavy mobile equipment electrical systems
• Experience with Caterpillar equipment highly regarded
• Proficiency with CAT SIS 2.0 and Parts Store
• Experience building and programming control boxes
• Skilled in the fabrication and installation of wiring harnesses, looms, and custom cable assemblies for heavy equipment applications
• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, including the ability to inspect, test, and document electrical work to ensure it meets required standards and specifications

WHAT WE OFFER

• Full-time, stable employment with consistent workflow
• Competitive hourly rates based on experience
• Field service and workshop opportunities available
• Overtime opportunities
• Variety of work across mining equipment and custom builds
• Modern workshop and well-equipped service vehicles
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Long-term career opportunities with a growing business