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Electrician (Wellfields)

Wellfield Construction • Adelaide, South Australia, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Hold an Australian electrical trade qualification.
  • Have experience as an Electrician in mining or heavy industry.
  • Demonstrated experience with electrical and basic instrumentation fault-finding on fixed plant.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate

Description

About the opportunity

As Australia’s newest uranium producer, we’re expanding and seeking two experienced Electricians to join our Wellfield Construction team at the Honeymoon mine site in South Australia.

Reporting to the Wellfield Leading Hands, you’ll install, commission, and maintain electrical equipment across the Wellfields. Working in a small team, you’ll operate independently to deliver safe, efficient, high-quality work. Strong time management and planning skills are essential, with a focus on supporting mine expansion and maintaining existing plant while promoting teamwork and collaboration.

The role will be FIFO from the Adelaide charter terminal, direct to site on an 8:6 roster. We will also consider DIDO from Broken Hill.

In terms of specific responsibilities, you will:

  • Contribute to planning and procurement processes while taking a lead role in executing electrical construction programs for new wellfields.
  • Install equipment such as transformers, variable speed drives (VSDs), PLC infrastructure, flow meters, and actuated valves.
  • Oversee the commissioning of electrical systems for in-situ leaching operations.
  • Manage labour hire and additional resources as required.
  • Ensure all assets are constructed and installed in compliance with relevant standards and specifications.
  • Conduct routine inspections of plant and equipment, implementing preventative maintenance measures and condition monitoring to ensure operational reliability.

About You

What you’ll need:

  • An Australian electrical trade qualification.
  • A valid Australian driver’s license.
  • Experience in a similar role in mining or a heavy industrial environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with electrical and basic instrumentation fault-finding and diagnostics on fixed plant equipment.
  • The abilities to plan, write scopes of work and materials lists.
  • Experience in Maintenance Management Systems (MMS)
  • A sound knowledge and understanding of Work Health & Safety requirements in a mining environment.
  • Proficiency with the MS Office suite.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop positive relationships.
  • A proactive and solutions focused approach.

While not essential the following will be highly regarded:

  • A telehandler ticket.
  • A HV ticket and HV switching experience.
  • Experience commissioning instrumentation.

What We Offer

We take pride in fostering a supportive team environment that values collaboration and professional growth.

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

  • 24/7 on site gym.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your well-being.
  • Salary packaging and motor vehicle novated leasing options.
  • Access to our incentive bonus program – earn up to 10% bonus on top of your salary!

Please note applicants must have Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia.

We are not accepting agency referrals for these positions.

Company Overview

Boss Energy is a publicly listed company which recently became Australia’s newest uranium producer. Boss Energy owns the Honeymoon uranium mine in South Australia, which is fully licensed for uranium exports of up to 3.3mlb and is run by an industry experienced team of mining professionals. With the recent purchase of a 30% stake in the Alta Mesa Uranium Project in South Texas USA, Boss Energy has reaffirmed its vision to become a global uranium supplier.