Underground Automotive Electrician

Secure a FIFO mining position with a reputable principal, quality camp facilities, and room to grow your skills.

• FIFO from Cairns or Townsville with full camp accommodation, flights and meals
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to progress from surface to und
• Healthy earning opportunity and long-term job security

The Opportunity & Why Apply

This is a great chance for an auto electrician looking to step into (or continue in) mining with a well-run operation in Northern QLD. You'll be joining a safety-focused crew that values teamwork, quality and ongoing development. What's on offer:

• Build your experience working across a diverse fleet of underground and surface mining equipment.
• FIFO from Cairns or Townsville with flights, accommodation, and meals covered.
• Family-friendly 8:6 roster across days and nights (with nights introduced after initial few swings).
• Ongoing training and development on OEM and underground equipment.
• Work in a supportive environment where learning and progression are encouraged.
• Strong camp facilities and a positive site culture.
• Long-term opportunity with a stable operation and solid mine life.

The Company & Site

You'll be joining a well-established mining operation known for looking after its people and investing in its workforce. The site is set up to support both productivity and comfort. Site highlights include:

• Large underground hard rock operation with well-equipped maintenance facilities.
• Modern camp accommodation with ensuite rooms and all meals provided.
• Gym facilities, recreational areas, and social spaces.
• Regular camp activities and a strong sense of community on site.
• Mobile coverage and Wi-Fi throughout the camp.

The Role & Duties

As an underground Auto Electrician, you'll work alongside experienced trades maintaining and supporting a modern mining fleet. The role offers variety, hands-on work, and exposure to quality systems and equipment. Key responsibilities include:

• Electrical diagnostics, fault finding, repairs, and maintenance on mining and support equipment.
• Attending breakdowns and completing planned maintenance tasks.
• Working with electrical systems including wiring, sensors, control systems, and onboard electronics.
• Starting in the workshop and progressing to field service underground once trained and signed off.
• Exposure to OEM equipment such as Sandvik, CAT, Normet, and Elphinstone.

Travel & Roster

This role offers a structured FIFO setup designed to keep work-life balance front of mind.

• FIFO from Cairns, Brisbane, or Townsville via commercial flights.
• Short bus transfer from airport to site.
• 8:6 or 7:7 roster across days and nights.
• Camp accommodation and meals fully provided.

Your Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you'll bring a solid auto electrical background and a safety-first mindset. You'll ideally have:

• Auto Electrical trade qualification (Cert III or equivalent).
• Experience working on some heavy mobile equipment (mining, civil, quarry, or similar).
• Mining experience is helpful but not essential.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work well within a team and follow site safety systems.
• Capacity to pass a pre-employment medical and police check.

What's next?

Applications are being reviewed now for immediate processing and interviews with the maintenance team. To find out more or request a detailed site pack, apply today or call Ellie Smith on 0448 546 386. You can also reach out for a confidential chat about other opportunities available.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Ellie Smith | esmith@marble.com.au | 02 8116 2260 | 0448 546 386

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