Senior Electrical Engineer – Mining Operations (On-Site)

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life cover

Retirement fund contributions

Accommodation and travel provisions

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee electrical systems for mining and minerals processing near Queenstown. The role emphasizes safety, reliability and efficiency in a demanding industrial setting.

You will design, install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment and power distribution critical for continuous operation—on-site with hands-on responsibility. You will lead design and maintenance of substations, motor control centers, and automation systems,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of mining/heavy industrial experience preferred.
• Proficiency in high-voltage systems, motor control and process automation.
• Experience with electrical safety procedures and risk management in industrial settings.
• Ability to work effectively on-site in demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems for mining operations.
• Oversee substations, motor control centers and processing plants.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Conduct electrical hazard assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Manage budgeting, procurement and contractor supervision for electrical projects.

Skills

High-voltage systems

Motor control

Process automation

Electrical safety procedures

Risk management

On-site work

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee electrical systems for mining and minerals processing near Queenstown. The role emphasizes safety, reliability and efficiency in a demanding industrial setting.

You will design, install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment and power distribution critical for continuous operation—on-site with hands-on responsibility. You will lead design and maintenance of substations, motor control centers, and automation systems,