At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and service heavy mobile mining equipment while ensuring safety and performance.
- Company: Join Glencore, a dynamic mining operation in the beautiful NSW Hunter Valley.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, bonuses, 5 weeks annual leave, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in a region known for its stunning coastline and wine country.
- Why this job: Be part of a community-focused team that values growth, safety, and innovation.
- Qualifications: Relevant trade qualification and experience with heavy mining equipment.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation. Ravensworth Operations comprises of Ravensworth Open Cut and the Coal Handling Preparation Plant that provides high quality coal for the export market. The operation has approval to mine over 14Mtpa, with a long life of mine. Ideally located in NSW Hunter Valley near Singleton, willing applicants have the opportunity to live, work and play in a region that is synonymous with revitalisation and growth, is community minded and offers a mix of affordable living, quality education and outstanding sports and recreation facilities.
We are a dynamic mine committed to delivering safety and performance. Our success is underpinned by our values of openness, simplicity, integrity, safety, responsibility and entrepreneurialism, that are embedded at every level of our operation. We promote a culture of growth and development and reward dedicated people who are ambassadors of our values and have the drive to be leaders in their field.
An opportunity exists for experienced Maintenance Electricians, who are self-motivated and committed to developing a culture motivated by safety, quality and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will work safely to optimise equipment reliability and availability, ensuring fleet performance and other targets are achieved across the business.
Responsibilities
- Following maintenance and service plans within the weekly maintenance plan process focused on auto-electrical systems and installations on mobile and where required fixed equipment.
- Clearly understanding fleet targets for the department and be actively involved in identifying and eliminating inefficiencies within the electrical domain.
- Using your skills as a tradesperson effectively, so that budgeted fleet performance is achieved.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A relevant trade qualification.
- Experience in maintaining and servicing excavators, drills, mobile earthmoving equipment and fixed plant.
- Commitment to embracing new skills, opportunities and responsibilities.
The ideal applicant will be a skilled Field Electrician with strong experience maintaining/servicing heavy mobile mining equipment. Demonstrated experience with Caterpillar and Terex drilling equipment, together with Caterpillar and Liebherr hydraulic excavators would be highly regarded. The successful applicant will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a service team, using a methodical approach to electrical fault-finding and servicing. Strong capability across machine electrical systems, electronic controls, PLC/control systems, CAN communications, instrumentation and associated hydraulic/electrical interfaces is desirable. Experience working in field maintenance environments centred around planned maintenance, and where applicable breakdowns/diagnostics will be highly regarded. This role will predominately undertake planned maintenance activities, with deployment to complex breakdowns periodically.
What We Offer
- An attractive remuneration package including short-term performance-based bonuses.
- A focus on your career progression including training and development, tailored personal development plans, career pathways and educational assistance.
- Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave.
- Comprehensive health and well-being employee benefits.
- Relocation assistance (if eligible).
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave per year.
- 4x4x3 roster (8 days/3 nights).
Ideally located in the NSW Hunter Valley near Singleton, 70 km north-west of Maitland, and 90 km north-west of Newcastle, willing applicants have the opportunity to live, work and play in a location that is synonymous with revitalisation and growth and is renowned for its pristine coastline and Australia's oldest wine region.
For further information please contact: Caitlin Taylor – HR Coordinator – 0460 868 133. Applications close Thursday 27th August 2026. Glencore provides unrivalled career and development prospects, great communities and the opportunity to work with leaders in your field.
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