With an expected mine life of 30+ years, it will underpin a long-term iron ore business and provide sustainable benefits to the regional community in which we operate. The operation includes a large open pit mine, complex ore processing and beneficiation plant and significant infrastructure and logistics networks.
We are seeking qualified and experienced
- Electrical & Instrumentation
- Technicians
- to join the Electrical Maintenance team based at the Karara mine site.
This role operates on an
8 days on 6 days off day shiftroster with rotational night shift.Key responsibilities;Actively demonstrate behaviours in alignment to Karara's Company Values and life saving commitmentsDemonstrate personal safety leadership by adhering to and promoting all Karara safety policies and proceduresLead by example and carry out all work in a safe manner ensuring the safety and well-being of you, other employees, contractors and visitorsDevelop and participate in the overall execution of planned and unplanned electrical based tasksEnsure that all statutory and organisational, operational, reliability and safety requirements are adhered to at all timesParticipate with operational teams in carrying out all tasks undertaken with best practice outcomesEstablish and maintain good working relationships with all internal and external departments with stake holdings in KMLMonitor, measure, communicate and report, issues, opportunities, risks, technical deviations and achievements pro-actively in all work place areasConduct preventative maintenance and repair electrical plant equipment in a safe and efficient mannerConduct general repairs and calibration of industrial instrumentationLogically and systematically solve problems by implementing sound fault finding and fault rectification processesConduct HV switching safely, competently and in accordance with Karara access and work proceduresAssist with PLC investigation and repairsDemonstrate a sound knowledge of the relevant standards and actsEssential requirements;Trade qualification in Electrical (A Grade Electrical License)Cert III or IV InstrumentationCertificate of Attainment - HV Operator TrainingLicenses - High Risk EWP, WAH, Confined SpacesDemonstrated knowledge, experience and understanding of process plant equipmentProven experience in HV distribution and apparatusDemonstrated ability to undertake problem solving investigations and reviewsExcellent English verbal and written communication skillsAustralian Citizenship or hold a valid visa with permission to workNational Police clearanceThe Karara lifestyleIt is only a short commute (45 minutes) from Perth to our purpose-built airstrip at Karara. This provides the opportunity for you to spend more time at home and less time travelling. The mid-west offers a more temperate climate than other iron ore mining regions in the Pilbara region. The Karara village offers high quality amenities with ensuited rooms; 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site to enjoy video family face time and internet surfing; an eco-walking / jogging trail in a natural bush setting, as well as swimming pool, mini golf, tennis, cricket, gym and volleyball facilities. Recently renovated dining and recreational room facilities and wet mess / tavern.