Plant Electrician
Costerfield Operations
Costerfield, Bendigo, Goldfields and Macedon Ranges VIC
Mining to Engineering and Maintenance (Mining, Resources and Energy)
Full time
Electrical Maintenance
Control Systems
Troubleshooting
Location1023 Heathcote-Nagambie Road, Costerfield, VIC, 3523, Australia
Employee Type Full-Time
Required Degree3 Year Degree
Contact information
Contact Name Human Resources
Description
Costerfield
Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is situated in Central Victoria, east of Bendigo and surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options.
Our current operation runs an underground mine and processing plant that is responsible for producing gold and antimony. The mine's workforce consists of approximately 300 permanent employees who hold various roles in professional, technical, mining, processing, and trades.
Please note: Costerfield Operations is a residential mine and does not facilitate FIFO
Requirements
The Role
Reporting to the Electrical Foreman the Fixed Plant Electrician you will be responsible for electrical maintenance activities across the processing facility, ensuring equipment is maintained safely and efficiently to support continuous production.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Carry out planned maintenance and repairs on plant electrical equipment.
Inspect, test and fault find motors, drives, switchboards and control systems.
Respond to breakdowns and safely return equipment to service.
Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation, PLC and SCADA systems.
Support shutdowns, plant upgrades and commissioning activities.
Complete maintenance records and CMMS work orders accurately
Work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to improve plant reliability and reduce downtime.
Follow all site safety procedures, policies and permit requirements.
Contribute to a positive safety culture through safe behaviours and teamwork.
The Person
We are seeking an individual who possesses:
Electrical Trade Qualification.
Current Victorian A Grade Electrical Licence.
Experience in industrial electrical maintenance, ideally in mining, manufacturing or processing plants.
Strong electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
Experience working with motors, MCCs, VSDs and electrical control systems.
Ability to read electrical drawings and use testing equipment.
Experience using maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Ability to work a 7 days on / 7 days off roster.
Instrumentation qualification or experience.
Experience with instrument maintenance and calibration.
Exposure to PLC and SCADA systems.
Experience with plant shutdowns and commissioning activities.
We Offer
7/7 roster arrangement
Residential role to be home with your family every night
Competitive remuneration package
Onsite Physiotherapy
Life and Salary Continuance insurance
Novated Leasing options for vehicles
Employee Rewards program – cash savings for everyday expenses
Employee Assistance Program
Free Ambulance cover
Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance
The Process
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting will commence immediately.
At Costerfield Operations, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to embracing diversity across race, gender, age, religion, culture and other attributes that make each individual unique.
NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.
Contact Phone: 03 5431 0436 Contact EmailOpportunities@mandalayresources.com.au