Field Service Auto Electrician — Underground Mining Tech

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co.; Orange City Council; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible roster

Annual bonus

Accommodation and meal allowances when

Job summary

MacLean Engineering is seeking a Field Service Auto Electrician to support the growing fleet of MacLean mining equipment across Australasia. Based out of our New South Wales branch in Orange, this role involves both workshop and site-based service work, including travel to major underground mining operations.

The successful candidate will diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical systems, commission new tech, and support remote control systems while prioritising safety and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Auto Electrician.
• Experience with mining, heavy mobile, or underground equipment is highly regarded.
• Strong knowledge of control systems, diagnostics, and schematics.
• Familiarity with remote control, tele-remote, or automation systems is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems desirable.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in field environments.
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous learning.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A current driver’s license.
• Accurately complete all required daily activity and safety reporting as directed.
• Travel to and from customers remote sites.
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate preferred.
• National Police clearance within last 6 months.
• Current Passport.
• Dedication to safe work practices

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on MacLean underground mining equipment and control systems.
• Commission and support new technology installations in branch and on customer sites.
• Commission, calibrate, and support machine remote control and tele-remote systems.
• Troubleshoot and program PLC, CAN-bus, and HMI systems.
• Carry out field service work, breakdown support, and scheduled maintenance on customer sites.
• Provide on-site technical support and training to customers on advanced equipment features.
• Work closely with the engineering and product support teams to deliver feedback and continuous improvement insights.

Skills

Trade-qualified Auto Electrician

Mining equipment experience

Control systems knowledge

Remote/tele-remote systems

Safety conscious

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MacLean Engineering is seeking a Field Service Auto Electrician to support the growing fleet of MacLean mining equipment across Australasia. Based out of our New South Wales branch in Orange, this role involves both workshop and site-based service work, including travel to major underground mining operations.

The successful candidate will diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical systems, commission new tech, and support remote control systems while prioritising safety and client satisfaction.