Engineering Tradesperson - Electrical

ENGINEERING TRADESPERSON - ELECTRICAL

Location: Blackwater

About the Business

Yarrabee Coal Company is a wholly owned subsidery of Yancoal Australia, based in Blackwater Queensland, which is a couple hours west of the Capricorn Coast. With an international sales portfolio, Yarrabee is a proud producer of high quality PCI coal. Yarrabee also manages the Boonal Joint Venture Coal Stockpile and Train Loadout Facility, for both Yarrabee and Jellinbah Mine's Coal. Operating continuously since 1982 Yarrabee has a strong long term future outlook for ongoing coal production.

The site employs a workforce of approximately 400 people, which proudly boasts it's integrated close knit culture of people who collectively pull together as a team.

We currently have multiple opportunities available for safety-focused Electricians to join the Yarrabee Team.

About the Role

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager you will be part of a motivated and dynamic team. The Engineering Tradesperson - Electrical is an experienced, qualified tradesperson possessing a high degree of proficiency & working knowledge of Yarrabee’s equipment/plant. As you will be part of a small crew you must be able to operate the plant efficiently, diagnose, faults, service and repair without supervision.

The role will also required to provide leadership and coaching to the less experienced members of the Maintenance Team. This role is pivotal in supporting the Electrical team in ensuring reliable electrical systems on site to allow for maximum machine availability and electrical safety across site.

About You

To be successful in this position you will hold the below qualifications & experience;

• Trade qualified and hold a current Electrical licence
• Minimum C class manual drivers licence
• Standard 11 SOA
• Extensive experience in fixed & mobile plant electrical maintenance.
• The ability build effective working relationships
• Ability to exercise initiative and work both independently and co-operatively as required
• Experience or a fast learner with work management software tools (e.g. SAP, Microsoft Office)
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Thorough understanding of individual responsibilities in relation to the Coal Mining Safety& Health Act and associated regulations

Benefits

Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees.

The following benefits are available to eligible wages employees:

• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Service recognition rewards
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Salary Sacrifice Options
• Novated Lease Options
• Paid Parental Leave Provisions
• Subsidised Camp Accommodation
• Local Housing Allowance
• Local Sporting Allowance
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank
• Company provided bus from Blackwater to site at start and end of shift

How to apply If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role and are keen to start an exciting new journey with us please click the Apply button.  

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We reserve the right to close the advertisement before the advertised end date and commence recruitment proceedings immediately.  

Applications close: 14 March 2023