Electrical Technician

Chinova Resources Pty Ltd; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chinova Resources Pty Ltd invites an experienced Electrical Technician to ensure safe, efficient electrical installation and maintenance of all site infrastructure.

You will work in a team, performing preventative and breakdown maintenance across plant and infrastructure, including PLCs, telemetry, LV/MV/HV systems, and major mining equipment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated 5+ years’ experience in electrical maintenance of fixed plant mining equipment.
• Excellent analytical skills for problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Valid Queensland electrical licence and driver’s licence.
• Proven commitment to safety and working within a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safe electrical installation and maintenance of site infrastructure.
• Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance across plant and infrastructure.
• Work on PLCs, telemetry systems, LV/MV/HV where trained.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul pumps, crushers, mills and conveyors.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Contribute to safety culture and adherence to policies.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC & telemetry

Safety awareness

Education

Trade Qualification (Electrical Fitter/Mechanic)

Job description

Role Responsibilities

The Electrical Technician is Responsible for the safe and efficient electrical installation and maintenance of all site infrastructure.

The role requires you to have the ability to work within a team environment performing both preventative and breakdown electrical maintenance across a wide range of plant and infrastructure.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

2.1 Safety & Compliance

• Promote a zero-harm safety culture where all workers and contractors actively participate in hazard identification and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Queensland legislation, Mining and Quarrying Health and Safety Act 1999 (MQSH Act 1999) including the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, associated Regulations and Codes of Practice.
• Maintain compliance with the site safety management system (JSA/JHA, risk assessments, emergency response plans, permit to work systems).
• Report hazards, incidents and safety concerns and support investigations.
• Ensure all team members are trained and competent to safely perform their duties.

2.2 Operational Leadership

• Hazard identification and documentation
• Working on PLC’s, telemetry systems, fault finding and breakdown work including LV and MV systems (and HV systems if suitably trained)
• Facilitate repairs and electrical maintenance on a range of fixed plant equipment and infrastructure including but not limited:
• Diesel and Gas fired power station
• ball and rod mills and pumps
• cone and jaw crushers, screens and conveyors
• various stand-alone plants including chiller and RO plant, sewerage plant, concrete batching plant, village infrastructure and bore fields
• service, diagnose, repair and overhaul submersible, centrifugal, sump and slurry pumps
• Attending to breakdowns and problem diagnosing
• Site offices, Village infrastructure
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Complying with delegated responsibilities in workplace health and safety with a proactive approach towards elimination of accidents and incidences in the workplace
• Demonstrate safe behaviour at all times and comply with Chinova Resources Policies and Standards.
• Demonstrate effective performance in achieving agreed HSEC goals that support departmental, site and company standards and performance objectives
• Ensure quotes are obtained to support work orders
• Ensure compliance with financial authorities
• Ensure transparency with purchasing processes
• Ensure purchase orders are completed for supplies.

2.4 Strategic Planning & Execution

• Ability to meet deadlines and targets as set by the Fixed Plant Planners and Electrical Supervisor or his delegate for scheduled maintenance
• Liaising with Supervisor/Planner in the procuring of mechanical parts and supplies to ensure minimum downtime of fixed plant and infrastructure systems
• Ensure all work is completed as scheduled with quality and safety standards

2.5 Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and maintain effective relations with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers.
• Ensure open communication with team via regular toolbox talks and prestart meetings.

Direct Reports

Role relationships (excluding immediate manager and direct reports)

Internal to Chinova

External to Chinova

• Operational Team

About You

• Essential Qualifications
• Trade Qualification (Electrical Fitter/Mechanic)
• Qld Electrical work licence
• Current Qld driver’s licence
• Demonstrated 5+ years’ experience in electrical maintenance of fixed plant mining equipment in an open pit mining operation (or heavy industrial environment)
• Good analytical skills for a high level of problem solving and sharing of solutions within the department
• High level of attention to detail, technical skill and knowledge
• Valid Australian manual 'C' class driver's licence or higher
• Demonstrated track record of working safely, considering inherent job risks and hazards
• Ability to work within a diverse team with a positive attitude towards colleagues, Supervisors and Managers, contributing to a harmonious, highly effective work culture.

4.2 Desirable Qualifications

• Confined Space and Working at Heights

4.3 Skills & Attributes

• Ability to interpret maintenance plans and schedules
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement.