Underground Electrical Technician

AngloGold Ashanti; Shire Of Laverton; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Tier Private Health Insurance

FIFO Allowance

Annual Bonus

Work180 endorsed employer

Parental Leave

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti is seeking a dedicated Electrical Technician to join the Underground Electrical Maintenance team at Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. The role involves frontline support to ensure safe, timely and cost-effective electrical works, on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster with direct flights from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

You will work with motors, VSDs, transformers, substations, panels and underground reticulation, applying your knowledge of standards and safety.

Qualifications

• 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 preferred.
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations, AS/NZS 3000 and other relevant Australian Standards.
• Current High Voltage Switching certificate; 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).

Responsibilities

• Doing repairs, maintenance and installation on underground electrical systems and equipment.
• Carrying out scheduled statutory requirements work safely and efficiently.
• Installing and maintaining underground reticulation systems with reliable power distribution.
• Conducting breakdown and maintenance tasks on underground drilling equipment to minimize downtime.
• Studying plans and work orders to determine requirements and sequencing of repairs.
• Be available after hours on a Call Out roster.
• Assist with equipment maintenance shutdown or power isolation coordination and execution.

Skills

Electrical licensing

Electrical instrumentation

Automation experience

Data cabling

Mining heavy industry

Underground electrical maintenance

High voltage switching

Computer literacy (SAP)

Driver's license WA C class

First Aid (Senior)

Education

WA Electrical Licence

Electrical Instrumentation Certificate

Data cabler’s license

Tools

SAP

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.

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 celebrate diversity – diversity of thought and experience is important to us. We look for people that have an abundance of willingness and are up to the challenge of making a difference. If you feel that you may not tick all the boxes but believe you have something unique to contribute to our team,

We are now seeking an Electrical Technician to join our Underground Electrical Maintenance team in our Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. Reporting to the Underground Electrical Maintenance Supervisor: you will have the opportunity to provide front line support and ensure all electrical works are carried out in a safe, timely, cost effective and environmentally responsible manner.

This role is based at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster, we operate direct flights to our sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

Accountabilities

• Doing repairs, maintenance and installation activities on infrastructure such as, motors, VSDs, transformers, substations, starter panels, distribution boards, RMU’s, ventilation fans, dewatering systems, instrumentation, communications, lighting, and other electrical systems
• Carrying out scheduled statutory requirements work safely and efficiently.
• Installing and maintaining underground reticulation systems, ensuring reliable power distribution.
• Conducting breakdown and maintenance tasks on underground drilling equipment to minimize downtime.
• Studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and or installations
• Availability after hours on a "Call Out" roster basis to respond to any equipment breakdown
• Assist with equipment maintenance shutdown or power isolation co-ordination and execution

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

We foster a workplace built on dignity and respect. We offer challenging work, competitive pay that’s regularly reviewed, and opportunities for career growth. At AGAA, learning is a shared responsibility, and your development matters to us. Your benefits will include:

• Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid).
• FIFO Allowance
• 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].