Electrician (Underground)

Company description:

NQM Gold 2 Pty Ltd is an Australian gold explorer, developer, and producer operating locally in Northern QLD since 2009. Located southwest of Townsville, the Pajingo Gold Mine is approximately 72km from Charters Towers and employs around 250 people across underground mining and ore processing operations.

Charters Towers offers the charm of regional living with the added bonus of proximity to Townsville and the Great Barrier Reef.

Job description:

Underground Electrician Pajingo Operations - 7/7 Roster

Charters Towers Residential / DIDO from Townsville Considered.

Join a team committed to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

NQM Gold 2 is currently seeking a skilled and safety-focused Underground Electrician to join our Underground Maintenance team at our Pajingo operations. Reporting to the Underground Electrical Supervisor, this hands-on role is responsible for the maintenance, repairs, and installation of electrical infrastructure in an underground mining environment.

This is a permanent full-time position operating on a 7 days on / 7 days off roster - ideal for those looking to balance a rewarding career with lifestyle flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair underground electrical infrastructure and equipment.

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and breakdown repairs.

• Ensure all work is compliant with statutory and company standards.

• Fault finding and diagnostics on SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems.

• Support and supervise contractors as required.

• Identify and report hazards, contributing to continuous safety improvements.

• Promote a culture aligned with our values: We Care, Integrity, Commitment to Excellence, Leadership, and One Team.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential:

• Australian recognised Electrical Trade Qualification.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in underground maintenance electrical work.

• Strong understanding of high voltage switching and permitting systems.

• Experience with Sandvik and Epiroc underground drills.

• Proficiency with leaky feeder communications and telemetry systems.

• Solid problem-solving skills and ability to work in a small, dynamic team.

• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Highly Regarded:

• Exposure to SAP or other maintenance management systems.

• Previous mining or heavy industrial experience.

Why Join Us?

• 7/7 lifestyle roster - DIDO option available from Townsville.

• Competitive salary + bonus.

• Supportive team environment that values safety and personal growth.

• Opportunity to be part of an experienced crew that takes pride in maintaining high standards.

• A culture that fosters innovation, leadership, and continuous improvement.

Apply Now

If you're a motivated Underground Electrician looking for a new opportunity in a team that values safety, excellence, and integrity — we'd love to hear from you.