Electrical & Instrumentation Technician – FIFO Mine Plant

Fortescue Metals Group; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading minerals resources company located in Ontario is seeking a permanent full-time Electrical Technician. You will ensure safe and effective electrical maintenance, focusing on the operational capacity of the plant. The ideal candidate has a valid electrical license, high voltage certificate, and at least three years of experience in a continuous operating plant environment. The role involves troubleshooting, monitoring performance, and conducting statutory inspections. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as electrical tradesperson or Electrical/Instrumentation Technician.
• Proven experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of Variable Speed Drives.
• Competent understanding of electrical schematics and permitting systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and installations of electronic and instrumentation equipment.
• Conduct operational checks and diagnose performance issues.
• Monitor trends for inventory control and statutory testing.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC systems

Fault finding

Variable Speed Drives

Education

Current WA 'A' class electrical workers licence

High voltage switching certificate

Certificate IV in instrumentation

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

A leading minerals resources company located in Ontario is seeking a permanent full-time Electrical Technician. You will ensure safe and effective electrical maintenance, focusing on the operational capacity of the plant. The ideal candidate has a valid electrical license, high voltage certificate, and at least three years of experience in a continuous operating plant environment. The role involves troubleshooting, monitoring performance, and conducting statutory inspections. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.