High Voltage Electrician - Olive Downs Complex

Cimic Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation

Meals provided

Ongoing training & career progression

Job summary

Thiess at Olive Downs Complex in Queensland seeks a qualified High Voltage Electrician to maintain autonomous AC Electric Drive Haul Trucks, plant equipment and site infrastructure for safe, reliable mining operations.

Requirements include a Queensland Electrical Work Licence (or equivalent), current CPR/LVR, Standard 11, a valid Australian driver’s licence, and HV switching certification (desirable). Prior mining/heavy industry experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• HV electrician with strong safety focus.
• Experience with mining/heavy industry equipment preferred.
• Ability to read OEM manuals and technical bulletins.

Responsibilities

• Maintain autonomous AC Electric Drive Haul Trucks and site infrastructure.
• Perform general maintenance, breakdown repairs, servicing and component changes.
• Conduct inspections and testing to maximise reliability and safety.
• Source information from OEM manuals, bulletins and computer systems.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and safety compliance.

Skills

HV maintenance

Autonomous equipment experience

Electrical safety

Inspection & testing

Driver's licence

Education

Queensland Electrical Work Licence (or equivalent)

Job description

High Voltage Electrician - Olive Downs Complex

Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent, reward transparency, champion diversity and embrace change.

Join us and hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.

The Opportunity

Are you a qualified High Voltage Electrician with a strong commitment to safety and equipment reliability? Thiess is seeking experienced and motivated High Voltage Electrician to join our high-performing team at Olive Downs Complex.

As a key member of the Olive Downs team, you'll be responsible for maintaining our autonomous AC Electric Drive Haul Truck fleet, mobile plant equipment and site infrastructure to support safe and efficient mining operations.

Roster: 7/7 Day & Night Shift | Location: Olive Downs Complex, QLD | Employment Type: Full Time

As the High Voltage Electrician, you will:

• Maintain AC Electric Drive Haul Trucks (Autonomous), plant equipment and site infrastructure in accordance with Thiess maintenance systems.
• Complete general maintenance, breakdown repairs, servicing, component change-outs and statutory electrical inspections/testing.
• Source and utilise technical information from OEM manuals, technical bulletins and computer-based systems.
• Conduct inspections to maximise equipment reliability and utilisation while maintaining high housekeeping standards.
• Work safely and comply with the Site Safety Health and Management System.

About you

• Queensland Electrical Work Licence (or equivalent).
• Current LVR/CPR
• Current Standard 11.
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence.
• HV Switching certification (desirable).
• Proven experience in a similar role within mining, heavy industry or construction.
• Strong commitment to safety and Thiess values of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment with a strong attention to detail.

What's on offer

At Thiess, our people are the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, safely, confidently and with opportunities to grow.

• Competitive salary package.
• Even-time 7/7 roster promoting work-life balance.
• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.
• Camp accommodation and meals provided.
• A strong safety-first culture across all operations, built on care, respect and accountability.
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance and travel, plus access to exclusive savings at 750+ everyday retailers across Australia.

About Us

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia, and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining. The pioneering spirit of our founders - the legendary Thiess brothers - is our legacy and has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.

Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values.

At Thiess, we're creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing and continuous learning - supporting our people to contribute to Thiess' success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included, and empowered.

Learn more about working at Thiess.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check, and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.