AddressFixed Plant Electrician
- 7/7 Roster - Days only
- Industry competitive remuneration package + bonuses + benefits
- Cowal Gold Operation
About us
From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us.
About Cowal
A world-class gold operation.
At our cornerstone asset of Cowal, our $430 million investment has led to a longer mine life as we have boldly reimagined our future. We’ve taken our successful open pit operation underground in just seven years. Combined with unique work opportunities across Processing, Maintenance and support teams, our operational diversity at Cowal is great for uplifting careers.
Located near West Wyalong in central New South Wales, Cowal is a residential site where we encourage our people to live nearby and enjoy the close-knit communities and lifestyles of the surrounding areas.
About the role
Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor the purpose of this position is to ensure the efficient and safe operations of site wide electrical requirements.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Performing electrical maintenance across various mining-related areas, adhering to shift schedules and completing tasks as directed.
- Maintaining accurate job history notes and ensuring effective communication of work status and any incomplete tasks.
- Participating in condition monitoring, fault diagnosis, and ensuring all work has proper work order numbers and requisitions for spare parts.
- Using-provided tools carefully, reporting any damage, and ensuring necessary tooling and equipment are available.
- Complying with statutory and regulatory standards, conducting performance tests on equipment, and assisting with other trades when competent.
- Promoting safety, operational efficiency, continuous improvement, and complying with environmental protocols.
- Commitment to living and supporting the Evolution values of Safety, Excellence, Accountability, Respect
- Being a part of our culture of safety and continuous improvement.
About you
The ideal candidate will hold relevant trade qualifications, and certification for HV Switching. You must have a Cert 3 or 4 in Instrumentation, an EEHA certificate, and an NSW Electrical license. You must have PLC exposure and understanding, particularly with Siemens. Additionally, a High-Risk Work License for EWP/Forklift, confined space certification, and a valid driving license are required. The ideal candidate should have previous experience in heavy industry maintenance and installation, preferably in gold mining, with specific experience in pumping systems and power generation. Experience in high voltage switching, permitting systems, and instrumentation competencies is essential. The role also requires strong adherence to safety standards, policies, and procedures, along with the ability to follow instructions, contribute to team success, and effectively cope with pressures and setbacks. Experience with variable speed drives, Yokogawa/Allen Bradley control systems, and paste plant maintenance is preferred.
