Underground Electrician - Mining

Oceanagold Corporation; Otago; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirimana Consultants are recruiting for an Industrial Electrician & Instrumentation Engineer in Central Otago, NZ. The role involves a range of field and site electrical work within a large, established team.

You will troubleshoot, install and commission electrical systems, with emphasis on automation, instrumentation and SCADA/PLC integration. A full NZ electrical licence is required and a permanent, full-time position is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 yrs NZ Industrial Electrical work.
• Troubleshooting, service, repairs & wiring.
• Proficient with SCADA integration & PLC programming.
• Automation & instrumentation skills.
• Field service / plant based experience.
• NZ Drivers licence.
• NZ full work rights.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a large, permanent electrical team on multiple Central Otago projects.
• Base yourself in Alex or Cromwell and contribute to a broad scope of works.
• Assist with electrical installation, commissioning, testing and repairs.
• Support SCADA/PLC tasks and instrumentation work.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Service & repairs

Wiring

SCADA integration

PLC programming

Automation & instrumentation

Field service

NZ Driver's licence

NZ full work rights

Tools

SCADA

PLC programming

Job description

Industrial Electrician & Instrumentation Engineer

Full time, permanent electrical role in sunny CENTRAL OTAGO. One of the S. Islands largest employers Variety of field & site work Solid hourly rat

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE REQUIRES A FULL NZ ELECTRICAL LICENCE

CENTRAL OTAGO

Platinum Recruitment are excited to be partnering with one of the regions largest, most established & respected employers.

• Minimum 2 yrs NZ Industrial Electrical work
• Troubleshooting, service, repairs & wiring
• Manufacturing / construction/ Infrastructure
• Proficient with SCADA integration & PLC Programming
• Automation & instrumentation skills
• Field service / plant based experience
• NZ Drivers licence
• NZ full work rights

THE ROLE: You will be part of a large, permanent electrical team working on a number of projects in the Central Otago region. Base yourself in affordable Alex or Cromwell & still enjoy the best of the region without the housing & traffic issues. This is a permanent role, with a large organisation, with a huge scope of works.

THE REWARDS: You will earn a competitive hourly wage Time and half overtime after 8 in a day Monday - Friday dayshift hours On-call opportunity to earn more

This employer values training & developing their staff so come join a progressive team who you can grow your career with.

Kirimana Consultants is seeking skilled Electricians to join our team on a range of exciting projects across Otago

We have multiple positions available for reliable, safety-conscious, and hardworking individuals to work alongside our experienced tradesmen.

In this role, you will be expected to:

• examine blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine sequences and methods of operation
• measure and lay out installation reference points
• select, cut and connect wire and cable to terminals and connectors
• use electrical and electronic test instruments to trace and diagnose faults
• repair and replace faulty wiring and defective parts
• position and install electrical switchboards
• connect electrical systems to power supply
• test continuity of circuits

We are looking for candidates with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes. You'll need to communicate effectively with your supervisor, take ownership of your responsibilities, and contribute positively to the team environment.

Minimum Experience Required:

At least 2 years' experience or a trade qualification (or higher) in a similar role involving electrical installation, repairs, or maintenance.

We have roles available for all levels such as experienced with or without a limited certificate and those that are full registered/practising Electricians.

You must be able to provide references to support your work history.

Pay & Conditions:

• Hourly rate: $33-43 (waged)
• Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week, up to 50 hours depending on the project stage
• Workdays: Monday to Saturday

Locations: Roles available across Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawkes Bay, Wellington, Manawatu/Horowhenua, Canterbury, Otago, Marlborough, Tasman and West Coast.

For those willing to travel between regions, accommodation and other allowances will be provided.

If you have electrical qualifications or strong potential but not the required experience, we may have limited opportunities for training and upskilling. Please email to express your interest.

Note: You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. For more information, contact our team at