Rural Electrician – Cattle Station Role

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With 13 stations spanning 2.6 million hectares of rangeland across the NT, QLD, and NSW, Hewitt Agribusiness offers opportunities and room to grow for those committed to achieving their best.

From breeding to finishing, Hewitt Agribusiness is Australia's largest supplier of organic high-claims beef and lamb. Innovation is at the heart of our operations, continuing a generational commitment to being the most sustainable and efficient producer in Australia.

We are looking for individuals who share our ambition and thrive on variety and challenge. If you're ready to achieve more than you thought possible, apply now.

Are you hands-on, practical problem solver, and love a job that keeps you on the move?

Hewitt is seeking a hands-on, practical individual to join our Northern Territory team as an Electrician/Bore Mechanic with an Electrical Licence, playing a key role in the success of our Ambalindum Aggregation. As we continue to upgrade and enhance our watering infrastructure across our properties, the addition of a Bore Mechanic with electrical qualifications has become essential to support our modern infrastructure and ongoing property improvements.

Our Ambalindum Aggregation is based just a 1 hour and 20minute drive from Alice Springs and multiple tourist destinations like Ruby Gap, Altunga-Larapinta trail and swimming holes.

This is a diverse, on-the-ground role where you'll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment related to general station electrical and solar bore infrastructure. You will play a key part in keeping things running smoothly across our Ambalindum Aggregation.

What You'll Be Doing:

· Inspect, install, service and maintain and repair electrical components for solar bore pumps.

· Covering large distances across the property to inspect and repair bores. Including responding to pump breakdowns or emergencies affecting station electrical infrastructure and water supply.

· Monitor electrical safety and compliance with applicable regulations.

· Maintain accurate records of work carried out, parts used, and maintenance schedules.

· Conduct preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.

· Work with and coordinate tasks with current suppliers.

· Reporting to Station Management on water infrastructure needs.

· Working in remote conditions, often independently.

· Support daily station tasks when necessary.

What You'll Bring:

· Sound understanding of electrical safety and Australian Standards.

· Must hold and be able to maintain an Australian "A" Grade Electrical License.

· Experience working with bore pumps (e.g. Grundfos, Lorentz, waterboy etc) (advantageous).

· Knowledge of solar PV and off-grid electrical systems (advantageous).

· Familiarity with diesel and petrol-powered generators(advantageous).

· Previous experience working on cattle stations, farms, or remote areas (advantageous).

Other Important Information:

Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime:

· Competitive Remuneration Package.

· All meals provided

· Single living quarters with en-suite bathroom

· Phone and hygiene allowance

· Ongoing Professional Development.

· Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Provider, For You & Your Family.

· A Fun & Vibrant Culture.

Hewitt is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect. Let us know if we can make any reasonable accommodations to enable you to participate in the job application process.

By applying for a role with Hewitt, you acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for the role.

All candidates will be contacted in due course.