Underground Electrician

Job no: 502836
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Dugald River Mine
Categories: Trades / Technician / Maintenance

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We are MMG and we mine for progress. 

At MMG, our vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future.

We mine for progress to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production and value.

Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity, inclusion and supports our people to grow. We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.  We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.

Dugald River mine is one of the world’s top 10 Zinc mine operations, which has been producing zinc concentrate for our clients around the world since 2017. 

In April 2023, our commitment to a sustainable future saw the beginning of the Dugald River Solar Farm operations, supplying a third of the mine’s power, and reducing emissions by 33%; this is just the start of our renewable energy transition. 

Underground Electrician.

Reporting to the Underground Maintenance Electrical Supervisor, you will support the delivery of safety and productions targets of MMG Dugald River Mine Underground Operations. You will ensure statutory compliance in maintaining and installation of the underground electrical infrastructure whilst providing a safe working culture.   

This role will be based on an 8/7 and 7/6 (Days and Nights) roster on a BIBO from Cloncurry or Mt Isa districts or FIFO from Townsville or Brisbane.

Qualifications, skills & competencies

  • Strong safety leadership with solid knowledge of underground mining electrical infrastructure, including installation, maintenance, and HV/LV distribution systems.
  • Proven problem-solving and electrical fault-finding skills, along with clear communication across teams and stakeholders.
  • Hands-on experience in underground metalliferous operations, including substation (RMU) maintenance and fault diagnosis.
  • Practical knowledge of dewatering systems (both primary and secondary), as well as installation and maintenance of industrial networks (ethernet/WiFi) in an underground setting.
  • Familiarity with Sandvik production and development drills, including breakdown support and maintenance, plus experience working with Sandvik AutoMine systems.
  • Current QLD Electrical Mechanic trade qualification and valid C Class Driver’s Licence

Responsibilities include:

  • Providing breakdown support to the team, working closely with the Underground Electrical Supervisor to resolve issues safely and efficiently.
  • Assisting with and contributing to shutdown planning for both underground fixed and mobile electrical assets.
  • Ensuring all scheduled electrical maintenance and planned activities are completed on time and to standard, minimising downtime and supporting production targets.
  • Carrying out installation and maintenance of both HV and LV underground electrical systems, as well as underground automation systems.
  • Supporting the team with general and ad-hoc electrical duties as required, aligned with the expectations of your role and direction from your supervisor.

What we offer 

Remuneration for this role includes a competitive salary package, annual bonus and generous local allowances for employees living in the local community of Cloncurry and Mt Isa. 

On-site accommodation at Dugald River is provided in fully air-conditioned en-suite rooms and includes meal service and room cleaning. The village features, communal media facilities including 4G coverage, onsite Medical Centre, sporting facilities, swimming pool and gym facilities. 

MMG also provides the following generous benefits for employees living in the local community of Cloncurry & Mt. Isa 

  • Gym/PCYC membership 
  • Access to MMG Charter flights to Brisbane and Townsville for family/leisure purposes 
  • Financial support for families where children attend boarding school 
  • Retention payment for long term Cloncurry residents 

MMG is committed to supporting the local communities of Cloncurry Shire and Mount Isa City Council Local Government Areas. We offer relocation assistance to approved commute locations when necessary, and an attractive incentive is available for employees who reside in or relocate to Cloncurry township. MMG actively supports local communities and encourages applications from individuals of Kalkadoon heritage and other local Indigenous backgrounds.

We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online.

To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/.

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