Make your mark with Thiess
Thiess is seekingexperienced Auto Electrician for a permanent employment opportunity working on two of our sites located near Moranbah in the Bowen Basin.
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Our teams deliver mining excellence, with uncompromising safety and environmental standards. We're looking forward to continuing our long-term relationship with BMA during our new 5-year contracts effective 2022.
We currently have opportunities available at the following sites:
Peak Downs - Moranbah QLD
- Flights provided from Brisbane to Moranbah by Thiess
- BIBO provided by Thiess from Mackay and Townsville
- Camp is based at Civeo camp in Dysart, enjoyable lifestyle with access to local cafes, restaurants, gyms, and other facilities.
- Even time roster of 7/7 and 12.5hr days/nights on offer to provide a balanced lifestyle.
- Flights provided from Brisbane to Moranbah by Thiess
- BIBO provided by Thiess from Mackay and Townsville
- Caval Ridge camp based at the Buffel Park Village - 5 minutes from site! Offering accommodation, meals, wet mess and 2 gym facilities.
- Even time roster of 7/7 and 12.5hr days/nights on offer to provide a balanced lifestyle.
Thiess isseeking an experienced Auto Electricians for a permanent employment opportunity working on our Peak Downs and Caval Ridge coal mining project. You will work collaboratively towards delivering high-quality solutions and results.
Additionally, you will:
- Perform the servicing, repair and maintenance of mobile mining equipment in accordance with Thiess servicing and maintenance procedures.
- Complete general maintenance, breakdowns, services, and component change outs to a high regard
- Source technical information from the relevant available reference manuals, technical bulletins, OEM and computer-based systems
- Ensure good housekeeping standards are always maintained.
- Conduct required inspections to maximise equipment utilisation.
- Running data, power, radio and GPS antenna cables through bulkhead, panels, and access both inside and outside production equipment compartments on heavy mining machinery
- Provide high-quality installations including mountings, wiring, and testing of equipment.
- Perform basic configuration of 802.11b/g wireless networks.
- Investigate and resolve faults, and carry out preventative maintenance routines on FMS and machine guidance systems fitted onto Excavators, Dozers, Drills, Trucks, Graders, and Light Vehicles
- Ensure all activities are completed in a safe manner.
- $62 - $65 hourly rate + allowance
- As a bonus, Thiess are currently offering additional 'Out of Market Payments' of up to $776 per fortnight plus super for successful candidates.
- Flights provided from Brisbane to Moranbah by Thiess
- BIBO provided by Thiess from Mackay and Townsville
- Camp at Buffel Park - only 5 minutes on the bus to site
- Even time roster of 7/7 and 12.5hr
- A range of corporate discounts including health insurance, travel, and retail products
- Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent
- Refrigerated handling License.
- Post-trade experience working in the mining and heavy earthmoving equipment including Caterpillar, Hitachi and Liebherr would be desirable.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- C Class driver's licence is mandatory for this role
At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments, and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity, and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.
We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.
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This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.
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