Rig Electrician — Training, Growth on Remote Sites

Savanna Energy Services; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Savanna Energy is a trusted provider of contract drilling and well servicing across Canada, the US, and Australia. We’re looking for a Rig Electrician to install, maintain, repair, test, inspect and commission electrical equipment on the rig, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.

You will interpret schematics, perform preventative and reactive maintenance, manage inventory, and complete documentation.

Qualifications

• Hold a trade qualification as an Electrician.
• Experience in oil and gas is highly regarded.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in remote locations.
• Strong teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Hold a current C Class driver’s licence and full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical work in compliance with legislation, industry standards and Savanna policies.
• Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance on rig electrical systems and equipment.
• Interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation to perform tasks accurately.
• Diagnose, repair, and install electrical wiring, control systems, motors, and communication equipment.
• Maintain and test circuit protection devices, including circuit breakers and RCDs.
• Maintain inventory of parts and tools, and ensure accurate records and reporting.
• Complete required documentation such as timesheets, maintenance logs and safety reports.
• Stay current with changes in industry regulations and maintain work within trade qualification.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Trade qualification as Electrician

Job description

Savanna Energy is a trusted provider of contract drilling and well servicing across Canada, the US, and Australia. We’re looking for a Rig Electrician to install, maintain, repair, test, inspect and commission electrical equipment on the rig, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.

You will interpret schematics, perform preventative and reactive maintenance, manage inventory, and complete documentation.