Electrical Technician

Electrical Technicians

About the Business

• Utilise and expand your underground experience
• Permanent full-time positions
• Based in the beautiful Hunter Valley Region

Yancoal Australia is Australia’s largest pure play coal producer. It boasts three tier one thermal coal mines in New South Wales together with interests in three other metallurgical and thermal coal mines located in New South Wales and Queensland.  Yancoal Australia also manages five other Australian coal mines on behalf of related parties. Yancoal currently employs over 3,000 people across its operations. At Yancoal our people are our most valuable asset and we invest in developing our management and leadership talent throughout our operations.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

We are seeking experienced Electrical Technicians to join the Ashton Team. Applicants must have a commitment to working safely, be a self starter, pro-active, results orientated and focused on maintaining the high standards in place at the mine. Reporting to the shift Undermanager, some of the responsibilities for the Electrical Technician will include;

• Supervise the installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical plant at the mine
• Conduct effective maintenance and fault-finding work on electrical systems
• Monitor electrical equipment to ensure it remains fit for purpose and safe condition

Skills and Experience

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Minimum 2 years underground coal mining experience
• Commitment to safety
• Sound analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Positive attitude towards continual improvement
• Knowledge of the Coal Mining Health and Safety legislation requirements
• Experience with Underground Mining Equipment including conveyor systems, Joy development equipment, CT/DBT longwall equipment, explosive protected diesel plant (SMV, PJB, Jug-A-0)

Your skills and experience will be complimented by the following qualifications

• Electrical trade qualification and certificate of proficiency (mandatory)
• Qualifications in Maintenance of Electrical Equipment for Hazardous Areas (highly desirable)

Benefits

• We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles
• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
• Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period
• Multiple types of flexible work arrangements
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply. If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close 31 May 2023