Auto Electricians

Auto Electricians - Olive Downs Complex

Job ID 931539
Job Type Permanent Full Time
Location Australia - Moranbah
Categories Trade - Automotive Electrician

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MAKE YOUR MARK WITH THIESS  

Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.  

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment.  

Thiess is the place to make things happen.  

ABOUT THE ROLE: 

Thiess are seeking an experienced Auto Electrician for a permanent employment opportunity working at our Olive Downs Complex  coal mining project. Reporting into the Maintenance Supervisor, you will work collaboratively towards delivering high-quality solutions and results.

Our teams deliver mining excellence, with uncompromising safety and environmental standards and we're looking forward to continuing our long-term relationship with BMA by extending our contract with them past 2027.

Pembroke Resources' Olive Downs Complex is an exciting greenfield project located 80 km south-east of Moranbah, with mining operations kicking off in mid-2023. Thiess proudly delivers full-service mining operations, including mine planning, overburden removal, drill and blast, autonomous load and haul, water management, rehabilitation, and the construction of mine infrastructure.

Camp is located at Civeo Coppabella, with bus transport provided daily from camp to site. A bus service is also available for locals, making it easy to join our team and be part of this world-class operation.

As an Auto Electrician- 

• 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
• Conduct required inspections to maximise equipment utilisation
• Provide high-quality installations including mountings, wiring and testing of equipment

ABOUT YOU:

• Candidates must hold a relevant trade certificate
• Post-trade experience working in the mining and heavy earth moving industry, or hydraulic excavator industry essential.
• Alignment to our principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation & Deliver
• Current Standard 11, a current open drivers' licence and relevant coal mining certifications
• Work safely and comply with the Site Safety Health and Management System

 ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent
• Refrigerated handling license advantageous
• Post-trade experience working in the mining and heavy earth moving industry, or hydraulic excavator industry.
• Experience in general service, maintenance, breakdowns, component change outs and proper diagnostics, Computer system JDE, OEM computer-based systems, Cat, Cummins, Hitachi and Liebherr.
• Experience with systems such as Ivolve, Mine 4 D, Terrain drill profiling data capture with GPS correction, Wenco and Carlson HPGS, DSS Fatigue monitoring, Hexagon Fatigue monitoring, Mi-Blast an/or Trailer mount remote camera systems would be highly regarded.

 WHAT THIESS CAN OFFER YOU:

• Competitive annual income
• Great team culture
• Even time roster of 7/7 and 12 or 12.5hr days/nights on offer to provide a balanced lifestyle.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.
• A commitment to a positive safety culture
• Camp accommodation and meals provided

ABOUT US:

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining.

The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers – is our legacy and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition and developing services to enable sustainable mining.

We're creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess' success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

We'll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers.

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 enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

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HOW TO APPLY:

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.

To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button or the link below.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.

The Strong & Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017 principles apply to this position.  

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