At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead diagnostics and repairs on underground mining equipment, focusing on SCADA and control systems.
- Company: Join RobLawMax Recruitment, a leader in the underground mining sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy a stable FIFO roster, competitive salary, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a safety-driven team with strong leadership and mentoring opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic underground mining environment with advanced technology.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification as an Automotive Electrician and extensive underground mining experience required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Join to apply for the Senior Automotive Electrician role at RobLawMax Recruitment. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Automotive Electrician with extensive underground mining experience and strong expertise in SCADA and control systems to join a well-established underground copper mining operation in regional New South Wales. This opportunity will be offered as FIFO from Brisbane on an 8/6 roster and requires advanced diagnostic skills, leadership ability, and an understanding of underground mining electrical systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead advanced diagnostics and repairs on underground mobile equipment with a focus on SCADA, PLCs, and control systems.
- Manage preventative maintenance and servicing of electrical and control systems on heavy underground plant machinery.
- Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and repair of wiring, control modules, sensors, lighting, and communication systems specific to underground environments.
- Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and control system faults efficiently to minimise underground equipment downtime.
- Provide technical leadership and collaborate with mechanical fitters and operations teams in the underground mining setting.
- Ensure strict compliance with all safety regulations and underground mining site standards.
What We're Looking For
- Trade qualification as an Automotive Electrician (Certificate III or equivalent).
- Proven, extensive experience in underground mining environments—copper mining experience highly regarded.
- Strong hands-on expertise with SCADA systems, PLCs, and electronic control systems used in underground mining equipment.
- Familiarity with Sandvik, Epiroc, or equivalent underground mobile equipment and their control systems.
- Excellent fault-finding, problem-solving, and decision-making skills tailored to underground operations.
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience within mining maintenance teams.
- Strong safety focus with the ability to work independently and within teams underground.
- Willingness to commit to FIFO 8 days on / 6 days off roster from Brisbane.
What’s on Offer
- Permanent senior-level role with leadership and technical responsibilities in an underground mining operation.
- Stable FIFO roster (8/6) from Brisbane, supporting work-life balance.
- Long-term career progression opportunities within a professional, safety-driven underground mining team.
Senior Automotive Electrician employer: RobLawMax Recruitment
Join a leading company that prioritises safety, quality, and innovation in the delivery of major mining infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on employee growth and a competitive expat package, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and excellence. Located in a vibrant area, this role offers not just a job, but a lifestyle enriched by unique local experiences and opportunities for professional development.
