Mine Trades Technician Electrical - Development
Core
Hands-on underground electrical technician supporting the safe and reliable operation of electrical equipment and infrastructure across development panels in an underground coal mine.
Role type
Senior IC mine trades technician (electrical)
Builds
Reliable underground electrical systems, machinery, and infrastructure for development crews
Domain
Mining (underground coal) + Electrical engineering
Required skills
electrical fault-finding, electrical maintenance, cable management, electrical testing, isolation procedures, reading electrical drawings, statutory compliance
Preferred skills
high voltage switching, EEHA competency, continuous miner experience, underground distribution systems, S1/S2/S3/G2 competencies
Technologies
electrical reticulation, communication equipment, feeder breakers, auxiliary fans, pumps, development conveyor systems
Responsibilities
Complete planned and breakdown electrical maintenance, fault-find and repair electrical systems, support installation and commissioning of equipment, maintain cables and panel infrastructure, conduct electrical inspections and testing, diagnose faults and return equipment to service, coordinate with mechanical trades and production crews, identify recurring equipment issues, maintain accurate maintenance records, follow isolation and permit requirements
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC