Electrician

3 days ago

Mackay, Queensland, Australia Macmahon Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Join the team powering Macmahon Surface Mining Australia We're leading the way in delivering world-class surface mining services across multiple high-profile projects nationwide. With over 60 years of experience and a reputation for excellence in mine planning, drill and blast, load and haul, and plant maintenance, Macmahon is proud to partner with our valued clients and build on our strong legacy. If you're passionate about making an impact in a dynamic, safety focussed environment where innovation and career growth go hand in hand - we want to hear from you.

Macmahon is seeking a qualified Electrician to join our team at Byerwen. This role is critical to maintaining electrical compliance and supporting safe, efficient operations across our electric truck fleet and site infrastructure. You'll perform rectification work on non-compliant equipment, carry out HV isolations, and assist with servicing activities. The role also involves contributing to safety culture through toolbox talks, pre-starts, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the Role

  • Perform rectification tasks on non-compliant electrical equipment to ensure full compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
  • Conduct high-voltage (HV) isolations on electric trucks and provide support during scheduled servicing activities.
  • Demonstrate the capability to work independently with minimal supervision, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
  • Actively participate in weekly toolbox talks, daily pre-shift briefings, and all scheduled staff and contractual meetings as required.
  • Proactively identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workplace safety, operational efficiency, and overall productivity.

About You

  • Hold a trade qualification as an Electrical Fitter/Mechanic.
  • Possess a current Queensland A Grade Electrical Licence.
  • Maintain up-to-date Low Voltage Rescue (LVR) and CPR certification within the past 12 months.
  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and ensure compliance with Queensland legislation and statutory obligations, including:
  • AS/NZS 3000:2007 - Electrical Installations (Wiring Rules)
  • AS/NZS 3012:2010 - Electrical Installations for Construction and Demolition Sites
  • AS/NZS 3017:2007 - Electrical Installations Verification Guidelines

Employee Benefits

  • Paid parental leave benefits.
  • Continuous career development opportunities.
  • Dedicated support for lifestyle, financial, and mental health.
  • Access to exclusive employee discounts with Macmahon retail, vehicle, insurance, and banking partners.

Be More at Macmahon

Across Macmahon's team, you will find positive stories of people embracing opportunities to develop and grow their careers going on to celebrate impressive career milestones that contribute to our success. With over 9,000 highly skilled people in our team, we're proud of the values-based culture we have built over 60 years which is the driving force propelling our people to continually aspire to Be More.

Recruitment Process

Successful applicants must pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, as well as criminal history and qualification checks. Proof of working rights in Australia (valid passport, birth certificate, citizenship certificate, or current visa grant notification) is also required.

Macmahon is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages suitably qualified women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply.

Macmahon Winning Values

United | Integrity | Courage | Pride

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