CHPP Electrician

Glencore Australia; Lemington; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Market-competitive salary

Education assistance

Parental leave

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Health insurance subsidies

Salary sacrifice options

Career progression opportunities

Safe, inclusive workplace

Job summary

Glencore Australia is seeking a CHPP Electrical Technician for our Lemington site in the Hunter Valley. You will perform electrical maintenance and fault finding to minimise downtime while prioritising health, safety and the environment.

The role reports to the CHPP Electrical Maintenance Supervisor and involves high voltage switching, fixed-plant maintenance and collaboration with operations to ensure reliable plant performance.

Qualifications

• Electrical Trade Qualification required (NSW Electrical Supervisor or contractors licence).
• 3+ years experience in fixed plant operations.
• Industrial maintenance inspections and fault finding on coal handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Providing safe and efficient assistance to operational equipment.
• Performing electrical fault finding and diagnostics work at the CHPP.
• Conduct High voltage switching.
• Inspect, maintain and repair electrical fixed plant in accordance with AS3000 and relevant legislation.
• Maintain a high level of positive safety performance and workplace culture.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Fault diagnosis

High voltage switching

Stakeholder liaison

Teamwork

Education

NSW Electrical Supervisor licence

Job description

As a large open cut mining operation in the NSW Hunter Valley, HVO is a workplace where you can unearth opportunities. The opportunity to make a difference in a fast paced and exciting environment. To be empowered, have your opinions valued and your efforts rewarded. The opportunity to take charge of your career, starting with this role.

HVO is laying the foundation for the future by investing in equipment, technology and our people so we consistently achieve our goals and contribute positively to the environment and the community. So, we are seeking a confident and enthusiastic person who share our values – Think Sharp, Dig In and Care - to join our high performing team.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Job Description

Reporting to the CHPP Electrical Maintenance Supervisor, the CHPP Electrical Technician will perform all logistical and electrical maintenance functions within the Coal Handling Preparation Plant (CHPP) and minimising downtime whilst demonstrating a strong commitment to health, safety and the environment.

• Providing safe and efficient assistance to operational equipment
• Performing electrical fault finding and diagnostics work at the CHPP
• Conduct High voltage switching
• Inspect, maintain and repair electrical fixed plant in accordance with AS3000 and relevant legislation
• Maintaining a high level of positive safety performance and workplace culture through teamwork, personal commitment, and application of the company values.

Roster and Location

• Full-Time – Monday to Thursday/ Tuesday to Friday roster – 10 hours per day
• Based on site at HVO (Lemington Road).

About You

• Electrical Trade Qualification (NSW Electrical Supervisor or contractors licence)
• 3+ years experience in fixed plant operations
• Industrial experience, conducting maintenance inspections, industrial installations, fault finding and repair of equipment including, yard machines (Stackers / Reclaimers), conveying equipment
• High Voltage Switching Qualification (advantageous)
• Previous experience in coal handling and processing plants
• Competencies in Working at heights / confined space / elevated work platform (advantageous)
• Excellent Organisational skills and with the ability to multitask
• Ability to liaise and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Show motivation with the ability to work both autonomously and within a team.

Why HVO

• Opportunity to grow and develop, and to manage your work life balance
• Leadership and Career progression opportunities
• Healthy, safe, inclusive and equal opportunity work environment is our priority

Employee benefits include:

• minimum five weeks annual leave
• market competitive salary
• a safe and enjoyable workplace where everyone is respected valued and empowered
• structured training and development to support you in progressing your career
• education assistance
• a generous incentive program
• health and wellness reimbursement program
• paid parental leave
• salary sacrificing options
• private health insurance subsidies
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Did we mention the Hunter Valley offers a great lifestyle close to city services?

Applications close: 23 October 2026

Based on site at HVO

Hunter Valley Operations Location

Working for us isn’t like working at any old mine. We offer you the opportunity to grow and develop, and to manage your work life balance. Providing you with healthy, safe, inclusive and equal opportunity work environment is our priority.