At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical crews in a dynamic mining environment while ensuring safety and compliance.
- Company: Join Redpath at Olympic Dam, a world-class mining site with a strong focus on safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, FIFO roster, career growth, and modern camp facilities.
- Other info: Long-term stability with ongoing training and employee rewards program.
- Why this job: Accelerate your leadership career while making a real impact in the mining industry.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification in Electrical and proven underground mining experience required.
The predicted salary is between 94500 - 115500 $ per year.
- Electrical Superintendent
- Olympic Dam Mine | FIFO 14/14 | Career Growth + Stability
Located ~550 km north west of Adelaide, Olympic Dam (BHP) is a world class mining site producing copper, gold, and uranium.
As part of Redpath, one of the largest contractors on site, you’ll play a key role in delivering high performance underground operations—while accelerating your leadership career.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate electrical crews across installation, maintenance, testing and repairs.
- Ensure strict compliance with safety standards and work procedures.
- Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Drive safety culture, ensuring correct PPE and safe work practices.
- Contribute hands‑on when required—troubleshooting, installing, and repairing equipment.
- Mentor and develop team members through coaching and performance management.
- Plan and allocate resources effectively, including scheduling and forecasting.
- Prepare cost forecasts and align with maintenance plans.
- Build strong relationships with client representatives on site.
Qualifications
- Trade qualification or relevant tertiary qualification (Electrical preferred).
- Proven experience in underground mining.
- Leadership experience managing crews in high-risk environments.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to prioritise and adapt in a dynamic environment.
- Current driver’s licence and ability to obtain National Police Clearance.
- A proactive, can‑do mindset aligned with the motto: "Consider it done — safely."
Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- 14/14 FIFO roster from all capital cities.
- Long‑term, full-time stability.
- Career progression through internal promotions.
- Ongoing training and leadership development.
- Modern camp facilities.
- PPE provided.
- Salary sacrifice and novated leasing options.
- Discounted BUPA health insurance.
- Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $200).
- Redzone Reward Program – discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 4 free sessions annually.
• Service Milestone Bonuses
- $3k at 5 years
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Electrical Superintendent employer: Redpath Mining
Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and teamwork in the challenging underground mining environment. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members can advance their careers while enjoying the benefits of a 7/7 FIFO roster from Perth, which allows for a balanced work-life schedule.
