Technician Electrical Maintenance - Underground

AngloGold Ashanti; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier private health insurance

Flexible working policy

Annual bonus

WORK180 endorsed employer

Parental leave 26 weeks

Training and study assistance

Inclusion and Belonging committees

Volunteering leave

Novated lease options

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti is hiring an Electrical Technician for the Underground Maintenance team at Tropicana Gold Mine. The role is FIFO from Perth and Kalgoorlie, with an 8 days on/6 days off schedule. You will perform repairs, maintenance and installations across underground electrical systems, ensuring safe, timely and cost-effective delivery.

Reporting to the Underground Electrical Maintenance Supervisor. The ideal candidate holds an unrestricted WA Electrical Licence, with underground mining

Qualifications

• Unrestricted WA Electrical Licence is essential.
• Mining or heavy industry electrical maintenance experience is essential.
• Underground mining electrical maintenance experience is preferred.
• Current High Voltage Switching certificate is required or can assist with obtaining.
• Data cabler’s license is advantageous.
• Existing and ongoing Permanent work rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, maintenance and installation on motors, VSDs, transformers, substations, panels and distribution boards in underground mine infrastructure.
• Carry out scheduled statutory work safely and efficiently.
• Install and maintain underground reticulation systems for reliable power distribution.
• Conduct breakdown and maintenance on underground drilling equipment to minimise downtime.
• Study plans, drawings and work orders to determine requirements and sequence.
• Be available after hours as part of a rotating call-out roster and respond to equipment breakdowns as required.
• Assist with shutdowns and power isolations coordination.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Underground mining experience

Safety regulations knowledge

SAP

MS Projects

Electrical licence

Driver's license

First Aid

Education

Electrical Instrumentation Certificate

Data cabler’s license

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Who We Are

AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience. At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.

Learn more about our Vision, purpose, values - AngloGold Ashanti

The Opportunity

At AGA, we value diverse perspectives. If you’re ready to take on challenges and make an impact, we’re seeking an Electrical Technician to join our Underground Maintenance team at Tropicana Gold Mine. Reporting to the Underground Electrical Maintenance Supervisor, you will provide frontline support and ensure all electrical work is carried out in a safe, timely, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible manner. This role is based at Tropicana Gold Mine on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster, with direct flights provided from Perth and Kalgoorlie to site.

About The Role

• Performing repairs, maintenance and installation activities on infrastructure such as motors, VSDs, transformers, substations, starter panels, distribution boards, RMUs, ventilation fans, dewatering systems, instrumentation, communications, lighting, and other electrical systems
• Carrying out scheduled statutory work safely and efficiently
• Installing and maintaining underground reticulation systems to ensure reliable power distribution
• Conducting breakdown and maintenance work on underground drilling equipment to minimise downtime
• Studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and the sequence of repairs and/or installations
• Being available after hours as part of a rotating call-out roster and responding to equipment breakdowns as required
• Assisting with equipment maintenance shutdowns and the coordination and execution of power isolations

About You

• Unrestricted WA Electrical Licence (Essential)
• Electrical Instrumentation Certificate, PLCs and Automation experience (Desirable)
• Data cabler’s license advantageous
• Mining or heavy industry electrical maintenance experience (Essential)
• Underground Mining electrical maintenance experience is preferred
• Knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations, AS/NZS 3000 and other relevant Australian Standards.
• Current High Voltage Switching certificate - however can assist with obtaining
• Computer literacy: Word, Excel, Microsoft Projects, and SAP
• WA ‘C’ Class manual driver's license
• Senior First Aid
• Existing and ongoing Permanent work rights in Australia (mandatory)

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

www.anglogoldashanti.com

Belong at AngloGold Ashanti Australia and make gold a part of your story — a story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s most sought-after precious metals.

What we do goes beyond mining. We support communities in which we operate, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Come and be a part of our team — a team committed to building a better future. Be known. Be valued. Be recognised.

Culture And Benefits

• Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid).
• Flexible working policy.
• Attractive Annual Bonus.
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer.
• 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid Parental Leave.
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance.
• Active committees driving a culture of Inclusion and Belonging.
• Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave.
• Salary sacrifice and Novated Lease options.

Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 website.

AGAA recognises that standard recruitment processes are not accessible to everyone. If there are any accommodations or supports that would assist you in participating in the recruitment process for this role, please reach out to our Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity team at [e-mail].