AddressSTATUTORY ELECTRICAL ENGINEER – Peak Gold Mine - COBAR NSW
- Lead in HV & Control Systems at Aurelia Metals
- Complex Engineering Challenges whilst driving innovation
- FIFO 8/6 Roster or local housing options
About Us
Aurelia Metals Limited (ASX: AMI) is an Australian mining and exploration company with a highly strategic landholding, and two operating mines in New South Wales (NSW).
Peak Mine comprises several underground polymetallic (gold, lead, zinc, copper, and silver) and an 800 thousand tonnes per annum (ktpa) processing plant. The Mine is located in the northern Cobar Basin in western NSW, a short distance from the historical town of Cobar.
We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create an inclusive workplace.
The Role
Step into a world where your expertise in Electrical Engineering make a tangible difference every day. We're inviting you to join our proactive maintenance services team at the Peak Mine, just 8 km south of Cobar township. As a dedicated Statutory Electrical Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in steering our electrical projects, blending strategic foresight with practical engineering prowess in mine infrastructure. Your focus will be on High Voltage systems (80%) and the refinement of Instrumentation (20%) and Control Systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and review the standards and procedures for the installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical plant
- Establishing if there have been any improvements in the safety circuits and controls and ensuring that all electrical systems are well- guarded for protection and reliability
- Champion workplace safety by proactively identifying hazards, driving safety improvements, and fulfilling all reporting requirements
- Manage the health and safety of all electrical personnel, ensuring the integrity of site electrical infrastructure and project work
- Ensure statutory compliance with Mines regulations and Australian Standards.
- Conduct meticulous inspections of installations and operations to guarantee compliance with design specifications and safety standards
- Utilize engineering software (AutoCAD) to perform sophisticated engineering tasks
- Deliver projects within budget while optimizing plant/equipment availability
- Streamline the maintenance process to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Expertly manage infrastructure installations and upgrades, ensuring smooth execution and high-quality results
- Collaborate with the manufacturing department in product development and testing, bringing innovative solutions to life
- Uphold the highest standards of quality assurance for ongoing projects
- Stay at the forefront of Electrical Engineering, constantly updating your knowledge with the latest technical advancements
Where You'll Work
Located just 8 km from Cobar our Peak mine offers a serene yet empowering environment. We support relocation to this charming area and understand the need for work-life balance
Residential Option: Embrace our community with a balanced 5/2/ 4/3 roster. Relocation assistance is available. Settle into family friendly Cobar township with our company housing at discounted rates and further enhance your savings through salary sacrifice.
FIFO/DIDO Alternatives: For those seeking city connections, FIFO and DIDO options are available, ensuring a comfortable 8/6 roster.
About You
- Tertiary Qualifications in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate of competence - Electrical engineer manager (other than underground coal mines)
- Current registration on the National Engineering Register or the ability to obtain
- NSW statutory regulation qualifications and experience desirable
- Previous experience and knowledge of underground mining High Voltage systems and operations
- A sound understanding of NSW WHS and Mines regulations
- Expertise in heavy industry and processing plants
- You have a background in Electrical Engineering, particularly within heavy industry and processing plants, ideally in a mining environment
- You're a values-driven and results-oriented professional, with strong interpersonal, organizational, and influencing abilities
- An active team member and leader, you foster an open communication style, share information generously, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment
- You're willing and able to travel, including frequent site visits
- Your behaviour consistently reflects the core values of Aurelia Metals
Why work for us
As a new member of the Aurelia family, you can expect:
- Attractive and Equitable Salary Package with options to salary sacrifice
- Company housing and heavily discounted rental subsidy for Cobar local employees
- Work environment where safety and people are always the number one priority
- Short-term incentive program
- Access to a number of benefits such as participation in our employee share scheme, discounted health insurance and Novated Leases.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Our recruitment process measures your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. There are a number of checks which will be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for a role including police criminal history check, references, qualifications, drug and alcohol and medical testing.
To be considered for these positions you must have current valid Australian working rights.
We respectfully ask for no agencies or third parties please
