Electrical Engineering Technician

Pilbara, Australia | Posted on 13/01/2024

• Collaborating with Engineers on the design and layout of electrical installations for infrastructure, including substations, switches, cabling systems, and motor control systems.
  
• Executing planned improvements through the installation and fabrication of electrical plans.
  
• Managing inventory by tracking and ordering necessary consumables and materials, adhering to budgetary constraints.
  
• Assembling, testing, updating, and monitoring all electrical equipment to ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements.
  
• Installing assemblies for protection relays, metering, and monitoring devices.
  
• Conducting regular inspections and implementing preventive maintenance measures to minimize downtime.
  
• Diagnosing and efficiently repairing electrical faults.
  
• Building, calibrating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical instruments and testing equipment.
  
• Motor control, PLC, control panel wiring, testing, and inspection.
  
• Layout of electrical panels, installing circuitry on substations, switchgear, cabling systems, and motor control centers, as well as MV switchgear.
  
• Estimating materials costs and quantities.
  
• Inspecting designs and finished products for compliance with AS standards and specifications.
  
• All tasks are to be completed to ensure operational targets are met in a safe, environmentally compliant and efficient manner in alignment with GFA and operation specific quality procedures and statutory regulations.
  

Education:

Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering technology or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years proven experience as an Electrical Engineering Technician.
  
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems commonlyused in mining operations.
  
• Competent level of English language.
  
• IELTS/ PTE/ CAE(functional level) or
  
• Studied in English starting from secondary education.
  

Other Skills:

• Previous work experience, especially in a mining or industrial setting.
  
• Extensive knowledge of Electrical Engineering designs, installations, maintenance, and repairs.
  
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems commonly used in mining operations.
  
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols is crucial.
  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are important.
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
• Electrical Workers License or relevant certifications are a plus.
  
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  
• Retirement savings plan.
  
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
  
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.