Underground Shift Electrician

Are you tired of FIFO? Missing family, friends and milestone celebrations regularly?
Imagine having a true work-life balance located in the stunning region of Waihi. No more FIFO! No more extreme heat waves! Experience the unbeatable lifestyle of a stunning residential mining location, just a short distance away from the most incredible beaches and awe-inspiring scenery. Your days off are available for hiking, adventuring, fishing, and skiing in winter.

Position Objectives

• To carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance on underground mining electrical equipment.
• To install and maintain underground electrical, high voltage, low voltage and communication infrastructure.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Production/Operational:

• Work as part of a highly driven team committed to the safe production of gold.
• Diagnosing faults or breakdowns.
• Undertaking repairs or component change-outs as required to minimise mining electrical equipment downtime.
• Support the asset management plan by carrying out scheduled electrical maintenance inspections.
• Maintain high levels of housekeeping in the work area; maintains and keeps tools clean.
• Inspect and maintain underground pumping systems.
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of a new underground pumping station.

Reporting and Planning:

• Completes all documentation accurately.