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Underground Electrician - Cannington

Underground Electrician - Cannington

Engineeringtradesaustralia • Cannington, AU
20 days ago
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Underground Electricians | Cannington Mine | $78/hr Flat | 7:7 Roster | FIFO from Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville

08th September, 2026

Full Job Description

Engineering Trades Australia is currently seeking experienced Underground Electricians for ongoing work at a major underground mining operation in North-West Queensland.

The operation is an underground hard-rock mine with extensive mobile mining equipment, underground electrical infrastructure and surface processing facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mining electrician looking for a consistent 7:7 roster, competitive flat rate and long-term work.

About the Role

Working as part of the underground maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of underground mining equipment and electrical infrastructure.

Your duties may include:

  • Fault-finding, diagnostics and breakdown response
  • Maintenance and repairs on Sandvik underground drills, cable bolters and other mobile mining equipment
  • Maintenance of Normet shotcreters, pumps, ventilation systems and underground services
  • HV/LV isolation, testing and electrical fault-finding
  • Installation of underground electrical infrastructure
  • Cable installation, terminations and equipment connections
  • Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
  • Working closely with the mining and maintenance teams to maximize equipment availability

Requirements

  • Current QLD Electrical Licence
  • Previous underground mining experience
  • Current CPR & LVR
  • Construction White Card
  • Working at Heights, Confined Space – within 2-years
  • National Police clearance <12 months old or ability to obtain ASAP
  • Current Driver's Licence
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening

What's On Offer

  • $78/hr Flat Rate
  • 7:7 roster
  • FIFO flights from Brisbane, Cairns or Townsville
  • Camp accommodation and meals provided
  • Immediate start available
  • Ongoing work
  • Consistent roster and long-term opportunity

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Underground Electrician - Cannington • Cannington, AU