Underground Electrician

Macmahon; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Retail discounts

Novated leases

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Macmahon is seeking an experienced Underground Electrician to diagnose, repair, test and service site electrical and electronic systems across expanding underground projects in Australia. You will join a safety‑conscious team responsible for reliable operation and minimising downtime.

Key requirements include 2+ years in electrical maintenance, underground mining experience, a WA Electrical Worker’s Licence, and HV switching accreditation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar electrical maintenance role.
• Experience working in an underground mining environment.
• Current and unrestricted WA Electrical Worker’s Licence.
• Current Low Voltage Rescue (LVR) and CPR certification.
• Valid manual (C class) Australian drivers licence.
• High Voltage (HV) Switching experience or accreditation (highly-desirable).
• Current Working at Heights, Dangerous Goods Security Card, and First Aid Certificate (highly-desirable).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime through effective troubleshooting and repair.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance schedules and site requirements.
• Perform testing and commissioning of electrical equipment to ensure compliance with statutory and operational standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot underground electrical infrastructure, including power distribution systems, switchgear, and associated equipment.
• Undertake electrical isolations and switching activities in accordance with site procedures and authorisations.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with WA electrical legislation, mining regulations, site procedures, and relevant Australian Standards.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Electrical maintenance experience

C class drivers licence

Tools

HV switching experience

Job description

Together. Works.

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor. With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

Our maintenance teams take pride in keeping our sites operating safely and efficiently. You’ll work with skilled people, who look out for each other and take pride in doing the job right. Together, we keep our fleet safe and reliable.

About the Role

As an experienced Underground Electrician, be responsible for electrical diagnosis, repair, test and servicing of site electrical and electronic systems.

Role Details and Benefits

• Location: Expanding underground portfolio across Australia
• FIFO Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie / Goldfields region
• Roster: Even time rosters available
• Competitive benefits package including:
• Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
• Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
• Novated leases
• Comprehensive wellbeing program

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime through effective troubleshooting and repair.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance schedules and site requirements.
• Perform testing and commissioning of electrical equipment to ensure compliance with statutory and operational standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot underground electrical infrastructure, including power distribution systems, switchgear, and associated equipment.
• Undertake electrical isolations and switching activities in accordance with site procedures and authorisations.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with WA electrical legislation, mining regulations, site procedures, and relevant Australian Standards.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar electrical maintenance role.
• Experience working in an underground mining environment.
• Current and unrestricted WA Electrical Worker’s Licence.
• Current Low Voltage Rescue (LVR) and CPR certification.
• Valid manual (C class) Australian drivers licence.
• High Voltage (HV) Switching experience or accreditation (highly desirable).
• Current Working at Heights, Dangerous Goods Security Card, and First Aid Certificate (highly desirable).

Why Macmahon?

• Be part of a quality team that’s built to last. Our culture is grounded in respect, teamwork and real mateship.
• Opportunities to grow your skills and progress your career. Learn from people who know their stuff and want to see you succeed.

United | Courage | Integrity | Pride