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Please click on 'BHP Employee / Contractor Login' button on the top right of this page to apply. Technician Maintenance | HV Electricians | New to Mining | Fixed Plant Shutdown | Maint West* Date: Oct 16, 2024
Job Country: Australia Job State/Province: Western Australia Job Location/Region: Pilbara About BHP At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success. Come and be a part of this success.
About the Role Are you a qualified electrician with a strong focus on safety looking to transition into the mining industry? Come and join our team at BHP and contribute to the safe and efficient operation of our Iron Ore sites!
This role is Flying In and Flying Out (FIFO) from Perth and working on a dynamic 182 roster. You will execute shutdown planned maintenance across our 5 inland Iron Ore mine process plants within the central and eastern Pilbara regions (Yandi, Area C, South Flank, Jimblebar & Whaleback).
A dynamic 182 roster is made up of 182 shifts per year. Shifts will be dependent on demand, but because you will be a permanent employee you will still receive a consistent fortnightly pay regardless of the number of shifts worked.
Key responsibilities: Fixed Plant Maintenance on Extra Low Voltage, Low Voltage and High Voltage equipment Inspection, servicing, testing, and reporting of faults on Electrical Systems Maintenance and modification of cables, equipment, and associated structures Installation of new cables, equipment, and associated structures Protection equipment inspections Residual Current Device testing Ramp down & ramp up electrical support HV (RADIAL) and LV Isolations Application & removal of shutdown lock boxes About You The successful candidate will possess the following:
Electrical trade licence and completion of apprenticeship A positive attitude and a willingness to learn The ability to work within a team environment and build effective working relationships What We Can Offer You! Exposure to various electrical systems to further your exposure and experience Development opportunities to further your skillset in mining Fully stocked Toyota Hilux service vehicles All required tools and test equipment provided Permanent work with BHP and all associated benefits Guaranteed fortnightly pay Leave entitlements – parental, carers bereavement, annual etc. About Our Process At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants' suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug, and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
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