Operator Electrical HV

EDL owns and operates a global portfolio of power stations in Australia, North America and Europe. Our vision is to be the leading global producer of sustainable distributed energy. At EDL, we are playing a key role in the world's transition from traditional energy sources to decarbonised solutions. 

EDL owns and operates a 70MW power station at the McArthur River Mine. The facility consists of new state of the art Wartsila gas fired gensets and Solar dual fuel turbines. The 24-hour operation power station is located approximately 800 km southeast of Darwin in Northern Territory. 

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Operator position to be based at the McArthur River Mine Power Station in Northern Territory. The Electrical Operator position will report remotely to the NT Operations Supervisor and will ideally be based out of Darwin on a fly in fly out 2 weeks on 2 weeks off roster. This position will be responsible for all aspects of operating and maintaining gas and diesel fired Solar Turbines and power generation equipment at the McArthur River Mine. 

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Operating and maintaining gas and diesel fired power generation equipment.

• Operating and maintaining High and Low Voltage power systems. 

• Perform regular inspection and maintenance of above equipment to a high standard.

• Operating and monitoring advanced instrumentation and process control systems.

• Monitor the power station process to ensure optimum output and security of supply.

• Operate advanced instrumentation and process control systems

• Perform regular inspection and maintenance of above equipment to a high standard

• Monitor the process to ensure optimum output

• Carry out routine housekeeping duties

• Utilise the Maintenance Management and Quality Assurance Systems as part of the daily functions

• Actively ensure own health and safety and the safety of others through understanding and implementing workplace health and safety obligations 

• Support and comply with Company policies and procedures as advised and documented in the Company's employment policies as amended from time to time and as directed by Managers/Supervisors

• In addition to the duties set out above, the Operator may be expected to perform other duties as assigned from time to time by the Company

Person Specification

• Ability to operate, diesel and gas fired engines and other pressure equipment

• Trouble shooting and basic diagnostic skills

• Knowledge and understanding of process operations in power generation plants

• Proficiency using computers and monitoring equipment to measure, record and make adjustments within operating parameters

• Ability to work in a multi-skilled work team

• Reliable, committed and motivated to achieving Company and team goals and objectives

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised in remote environments.

• Demonstrated ability to work safely in a small team environment.

• Willingness to travel to other locations and sites within Australia for training and relief duties

Qualifications and Experience

• Electrical trade qualifications and licence

• HV switching qualifications and proven experience

• Current drivers licence.

• Strong working knowledge of power systems and control circuitry.

• Knowledge and understanding of process operations in power generation plants.

• First Aid Certificate desirable

EDL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo medical and background screening prior to commencement with EDL.

This role is being sourced through EDL directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.