Electrical Engineer

Sino Iron is the largest magnetite mining and downstream processing operation in Australia, located 100kms Southwest of Karratha in the mining hub of the Pilbara.

Our fully integrated operation features an open pit mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

 The Opportunity

CITIC Pacific Mining is seeking experienced Electrical Engineer to support in our state-of-the-art Power Plant in Cape Preston on a permanent 8/6 roster, FIFO ex Perth.

Reporting to the Superintendent -Electrical Engineering, this role is responsible for providing engineering advice, expertise and guidelines for commissioning, operation and maintenance in accordance with regulations, Australian Standards, industrial practice and statutory requirements.

In this role you’ll be responsible for:

• Operation support, preventive maintenance, system or equipment modification and retrofit technical document preparation.
• Asset regular inspection, spare parts management, review equipment operation parameters and monitoring inspection data
• Develop activities, procedure, acceptance inspection criteria and budget for inspection and maintenance.
• Schedule equipment maintenance and overhaul, develop scope of work for outsourced contract.
• Provide technical guide and support as to OMT team's requirement,
•  Take part in acceptance inspection and test and developing process optimization and performance improvement.

Successful applicant will have:

• A current WA Manual Drivers Licence is essential.
• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent with at least 2 years’ experience in an engineering environment involved in Power System design, commissioning, operation and maintenance.  
• Sound knowledge of Electrical Engineering, electrical system operation, protection and control.
• Professional knowledge of generator, transformer, switchgear, circuit breaker, electric motor, VSD, CT, PT, protection relay etc.
• Be familiar with operation procedure, periodic inspection & testing items and criteria, maintenance & overhaul procedure and acceptance inspection criteria of the equipment mentioned above.
• Be familiar with content of asset management, using relevant asset management software (SAP)
• Relevant knowledge of Australian Standards/Practices and statutory requirements relating to the position.

We are looking for motivated team players, with good communication skills and a can-do attitude. 

Perks & Benefits

As an employee of CPM, we offer a range of benefits including leave benefits, personal and family benefits, education and training, salary sacrifice options, and lifestyle benefits through preferred suppliers.

• Competitive remuneration packages.
• Career progression and industry training programs.
• Life and salary continuance insurance.
• Salary packaging options.
• Access to the Alliance Airlines Lounge.

The village features three gyms, a swimming pool, multi-purpose sports courts, a retail store, tavern with beer garden, dining, and recreation room.

Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi internet access to all rooms, in-house entertainment with FOXTEL and a regular schedule of entertainers including bands and sporting professional.

 To Apply

• Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
• We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
• Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position. 
• Internal applicants please note it is a requirement that you advise your immediate line manager of the application.

As an employee of CPM, you will be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.

About CITIC Pacific Mining

CPM is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia’s largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia’s Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new downstream processing industry for the nation, transforming magnetite iron ore into a high-grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation – featuring a mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. Being an employee at CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) will enable you to take advantage of the multiple divisions of the group. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder of CPM, has more than 30,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.   

Within CPM, everyone can develop their skills and knowledge, progress in the business and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution. We encourage our people to take the opportunities that are provided to reach their full potential - so they can achieve the best results for themselves, each other, and for CPM.

To learn more about Sino Iron, please visit www.citicpacificmining.com