UG Electrical Technician

Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company. 

With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters. 

Our Cadia operation in Australia is now recruiting for the position of UG Electrical Technician.

Who we’re looking for

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a close-knit team of experienced underground shift electricians and take responsibility for maintenance & install on a range of underground mining plant and electrical systems.

Your primary responsibilities will be to conduct electrical maintenance work on the fixed plant equipment at our Cadia mine site.

Key deliverables of this role include, but not limited to:

• Ensure work notifications are entered with the correct detail and time frame required for repair.
• Capture and raise issues within their respective areas using the tools and systems provided e.g. work notifications, hazard cards.
• Ensure on the completion of all maintenance tasks that all parts, materials, tools etc. are removed and the area is handed back for operation in a safe and clean state.
• Ensure all electrical installations are in compliance with relevant Australian standards and the required paper work is filled out and filed.

As the ideal candidate, you will be a team player with excellent work ethics and a can-do attitude. You will appreciate being part of a collaborative team and foster continuous improvement through your excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. In addition, you will also ideally have:

• Trade Qualification & Electrical Licence.
• NSW Manual Class Driver's Licence.
• LVR/CPR tickets desirable.
• Experience with HV or HV cable splicing & termination or a valid Working at Heights ticket will be highly desirable.

Please note: This is a full-time permanent role, based at our Cadia operation in NSW. You will be required to work a 7 days on/7 off/7 nights on/7 off roster (12-hours per day, Thursday – Wednesday). This is a residential role only (no FIFO/DIDO).

If you are a motivated electrician with a passion for maintaining electrical systems in a challenging and dynamic mining environment, we encourage you to apply.

Our Commitment to You 

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.  

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date. 

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