Underground Electrical Tradesperson
Job no: 502643
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Rosebery Mine
We are MMG and we mine for progress
Rosebery is an underground polymetallic base metal mine located in the township of Rosebery in Tasmania, Australia. The mine is a deep, sub-level open stoping operation with complex mining conditions.
The Rosebery Mine has been at the heart of the Rosebery community since 1936 and is one of Tasmania’s largest and oldest continuously operating, underground mines producing zinc, copper and lead concentrates, as well as gold doré.
It supports approximately 500 employees and their families, has a strong community focus and engages a wide range of local businesses from across Tasmania in its supply chain boosting the economy of the West Coast of Tasmania and beyond.
The mine has a strong future, with extensive exploration activities which have continued to grow the resource and require mine planning beyond 10 years of continued operation.
MMG Rosebery has an office in Burnie (Tasmania), giving employees the flexibility to work from there when they are not required onsite.
Underground Electrical Tradesperson
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Underground Electrical Tradesperson at our Rosebery Mining Operation.
This role is responsible for electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repairs to both fixed and mobile HV and LV plant throughout the mine, supporting the mining department to meet safety, development, and production targets in compliance with both site and regulatory requirements.
This role is offered on a 7:7 roster DIDO or Residential in Rosebery, Tasmania
Responsibilities include (however not limited to)
- Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with statutory, regulatory, and company standards and procedures
- Electrically commission and performance test equipment before signing off to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Install and maintain HV/LV electrical infrastructure and equipment in the underground plant both fixed and mobile
- Installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repairs of underground leaky feeder and network systems
- Installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repairs of VLF PED Firing System
- Inspect, service, adjust, troubleshoot, and repair equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Complete assigned work and associated paperwork ensuring compliance to the mine maintenance schedule
- Conduct breakdown and PM checks as required
- Supervise the work of electrical contractors when engaged to carry out work on-site
- Direct and mentor trades assistants and apprentices where required
- Use of computerised maintenance management systems (SAP)
- Demonstrate safe behaviour at all times and comply with the SHEC standards and Procedures
Qualifications Skills and Competencies;
- Certificate III Electrotechnology – Electrician, and current Tasmanian or Mutually recognised electrical licence.
- High Voltage Switching Certification (desirable)
- WAH Certification (desirable)
- First aid certification (desirable)
- Manual drivers licence.
- Self-motivated with strong time management and communication skills
- Unwavering commitment to safety and proven history of safe work practises
- A willingness to partake in Pre-Employment Medical and D&A Screen and Background checks.
What we offer
At Rosebery, our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and 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 offer;
- A safety-first culture
- A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusiveness, and supports our people with the systems, skills and behaviours required to live our values.
- Family friendly rosters
- Reward and Recognition Scheme
- Bonus' including short term incentive program
- Corporate Discount Programs & Novated Leasing – Utilize a range of discount programs (health insurance, travel).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free confidential counselling, wellbeing services.
Who we are
MMG has a global presence, owning and developing copper, zinc and other base metals projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana.
Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and 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.
Headquartered in Melbourne, we are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx 1208) with an international shareholder base.
As a company, MMG strives for the best in safety, environmental protection, production standards and overall operational excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.
To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that empowers you to shape your work environment, we invite you to apply and join us in our pursuit of efficient and sustainable mining operations.
MMG Limited reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.
Advertised: Tasmania Standard Time
Applications close: Tasmania Standard Time
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