Electrician

• Maintenance Team at George Fisher Mine
• Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
• Opportunity to work for a high-calibre mining company

Electrician – Underground Electrical
Mining – George Fisher Mine
Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia
Reference Number: 40927

Mount Isa Mines are currently seeking skilled and experienced Electricians to join the Electrical section at GFM.  This position is residentially based in Mount Isa.

Mount Isa
Mount Isa is a thriving city acting as a hub for regional business, transport, services and government in North West Queensland.  Mount Isa Mines attracts the best people from all over Australia and the world who are drawn to working for a high-calibre mining operation with the added benefit of a comfortable residential-based work arrangement.

We believe in the value of our people and our approach fosters the highest level of professionalism, ownership and entrepreneurial spirit in all our people while never compromising on their safety and well-being.  We offer excellent remuneration package and benefits above market superannuation, and significant professional development opportunities. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au

Our people return home every day and enjoy a thriving town of 23,000 people. You will always have something to do, go to restaurants, movies, join a gym and sporting activities, play golf, as well as fishing and camping and activities at the lake.

The Role
We are looking for qualified Electricians t o safely and effectively perform planned and breakdown maintenance tasks by working within a team and promoting site safety standards and ensuring the highest standards of work are conducted and maintained.   

Reporting to the GFM Electrical Install Supervisor, you will have the ability to make decisions, work to meet deadlines and exceptional communication skills. The roster for this role is 7 on 7 off Day Shift.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preventative maintenance and repairs
• Electrical inspections;
• Installations and upgrades to GFM LV and HV networks;
• Fault finding and trouble-shooting electrical issues and breakdowns
• Drill Rig Maintenance and Breakdowns
• Supporting improvement projects that aim to reduce unplanned stoppages
• Maintaining and improving OH&S and overall operational standards in the workplace
• Manage and maintain friendly and professional relationships with clients, staff & management
• Have the ability to attend break-downs as required by the business
• Ability to plan work tasks in order to meet compliance with the Weekly and Daily Plans
• Ability to make decisions and display leadership within own circle of control
• Ability to interpret and update technical drawings

The successful candidate will possess:

• A valid Queensland Electrical license is mandatory for this role;

• Ability to think logically and be determined to work towards finding; favourable solutions and outcomes regarding plant/ safety improvements;
• Comply with company policies and procedures;
• Excellent trouble-shooting & problem solving skills;
• Flexible approach and adaptable to change with a high attention to detail;
• Good time management skills and able to work well under pressure;
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment;
• Willingness and ability to learn new processes;
• Value continuous improvement, exceptional communication skills and work within a team with a strong focus on safety;
• Willingness and ability to learn new processes;
• Hold a current Australian Manual Drivers Licence;

For further information, please contact:  Bek Lewis (07) 4744 6073

Applications Close: Sunday 30th October 2022