Electrical Technician

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Date: 14 Aug 2026

Location: Telfer, WA, AU, 6762

Company: Greatland Pty Ltd

Want to be part of something great? At Greatland, we’re building a sustainable future in mining driven by responsible exploration, development, and production of precious and base metals. As our business grows, so does our need for talented, motivated people.

Greatland’s core values of integrity, safety, teamwork, accountability, responsibility and results are at the heart of its sustainable operating culture.

 

About the Role

Reporting to the Underground Maintenance Fixed Plant Electrical Supervisor, this permanent, full-time FIFO role is an important part of our Underground fixed plant Maintenance team at Telfer Mine, WA. This position is responsible for maintaining the safety, reliability, and long-term integrity of electrical assets across the operation, covering everything from the Winder, Crusher through to the HV Network.

 

Working on an 8 days on, 6 off | 7 nights on, 7 off roster from Perth, this position offers an excellent work-life balance, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to grow, develop new skills, and expand your experience in a dynamic mining environment.

 

As part of a world-class gold-copper operation, you will have access to modern camp facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, driving range, movie room, and wet and dry mess facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay while on shift.

 

As an Underground Maintenance Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Maintaining high standards of performance and adopt a proactive approach to occupational health and safety issues
  • Monitoring and reporting on status of electrical plant and equipment.
  • Ensuring all work electrical work complies with relevant acts, standards and regulations.
  • Timely completion of electrical and instrumentation repairs and preventative maintenance tasks.
  • High Voltage switching
  • Installing and repairing electrical systems and components in a timely manner to maximise plant availability.
  • Raising notifications for defective equipment and time confirming work orders in SAP.

About You

We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Electrical Maintenance Technician with a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship, and teamwork. You’ll need to be confident working in a mining environment, diagnosing and repairing electrical and instrumentation issues, and ensuring equipment runs efficiently. A good eye for detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are key to this role.

In addition to these qualities, the ideal candidate should have:

  • A Grade Electrical Licence
  • HV Switching qualification
  • Minimum 3 years post trade maintenance experience with extensive exposure to large scale underground mining
  • Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings.
  • Competent computer skills – proficient in SAP or similar computerized maintenance management system
  • LV rescue/CPR trained
  • Winder maintainer experience advantageous
  • EWP ticket
  • Working at Heights Trained
  • Confined Space Trained
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About Greatland

At Greatland, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values initiative, professionalism, and a positive workplace culture. We offer:

  • Competitive salary packages with performance-based incentives
  • Milestone service awards to recognise loyalty and long-term contributions.
  • Education assistance and support for approved professional development help employees grow their careers.
  • Parental leave that supports you

 

Applications close 13 September 2026.

Shortlisting will begin immediately, and Greatland reserves the right to close the advertisement early if required.

 

As part of Greatland’s pre-employment process, candidates must complete a full medical assessment, provide evidence of Australian work rights, and be able to apply for an Australian National Police Clearance.

 

At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.

 

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