Auto Electrician Leading Hand

Opportunity

Normet is currently seeking an experienced Auto Electrician Leading Hand to join our supportive and friendly team in our branch in Midvale. As Leading Hand - Electrical, you will play a vital role supervising electrical staff and operations within the workshop, ensuring the highest quality and manage and implement all modification and manufacturing tasks of Normets underground machines.

What we offer

• Workshop based role - be home every night and weekend to enjoy time with family and friends, working between hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Access to local and global technology and training programs – your development matters.
• Employee Benefits Program "Thrive" – providing you with perks, discounts and cash back incentives
• Employee Assistance Program – supporting you and your family members
• Employee Engagement Survey "We Care" – identifying what matters to you most and implementing action
• Tenure and Team Player Awards – recognising your accomplishments that align with our Company Values.
• Work for a renowned Global OEM - be part of an industry-leading team and industry-leading products and innovation
• Opportunity to enter the mining industry working with an experienced team.
• Annual remuneration review.
• Supportive team culture and engaging work environment.

About you

• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience, Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology along with 3+ years' experience in a leadership role.
• Proven, in‑depth electrical knowledge and experience.
• Ability to read CAD engineering drawings (electrical schematics).
• Ability to read engineering drawings (hydraulics/pneumatics).
• Problem solving and diagnostics skills.
• Experience in modification and repairs of heavy equipment.
• Experience with ERP Systems is desirable.
• Sound understanding of and commitment to quality control systems, safety and environmental awareness, protection and their impacts on manufacturing business and processes.
• You will have full working rights in Australia, please note visa sponsorship is not on offer at this time.
• You will have the ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical and obtain a National Police Clearance.

Key responsibilities

The role supports scheduling and monitoring workshop activities, delegating tasks for efficiency, and carrying out manufacturing and repair work to customer specifications. It involves supporting the Workshop Manager improve workshop procedures, advising on best‑practice methods, assisting with customer complaint resolution, and monitoring overall workshop performance.

The position also liaises with warehouse staff to manage inspections of parts for both used and new build programs, collaborates with other departments to meet customer expectations, maintains employee data and rosters in Time Target, updates QAQC records, and upholds high standards of safety, documentation, quality, and equipment uptime. As Leading Hand - Electrical, you will also support the Workshop Manager in delivering high‑quality training and staff education to ensure full compliance with Normet Safety Standards.

Normet

At Normet we believe our employees are the heart and soul of our company, we aim to provide everyone with opportunities to reach their full potential, valuing the differences of diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a world-leading, innovative technology company that defines the future of underground operations in mining, tunneling, and civil engineering projects helping our partners increase safety, sustainability, and productivity.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated individual looking for a rewarding career opportunity with job security, competitive rates, and access to training and development programs, we encourage you to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this role; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.

Normet is an equal opportunity employer cultivating a positive, diverse, safe, and supportive workplace environment. We provide a culture that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and values their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences inclusive of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Come and share your courage to shine with us