Underground Coal Electrician – Diesel Workshop
Deftec | Bowen Basin | 7/7 Rotating Roster (Day / Night / Afternoon) | Immediate Start
Full‑Time | Mining Services | Underground Coal
🔧 The Role
Deftec is seeking an experienced Underground Coal Electrician to join our Diesel Workshop team supporting underground coal operations across the Bowen Basin.
This role is primarily based in the Diesel Workshop, maintaining and supporting the underground diesel fleet.
You will be required to regularly travel underground to attend breakdowns, fault‑finding and urgent repairs on equipment in‑situ.
The position operates on a 7/7 rotating roster, cycling through day, night and afternoon shifts. This role suits electricians who are comfortable with shift work and confident working both in the workshop and underground when required.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
* Perform scheduled maintenance, overhauls and inspections on diesel fleet electrical systems in the workshop
* Respond to underground breakdowns for fault‑finding, repairs and recommissioning of equipment
* Diagnose and repair electrical faults on underground mobile and fixed plant
* Ensure all work complies with site safety systems, statutory requirements and electrical standards
* Accurately complete job cards, reports and maintenance documentation
* Provide technical support to operations and workshop teams
* Contribute to reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
✅ Essential Requirements
* Minimum 12 months underground coal mining experience (mandatory)
* QLD Electrical Fitter/Mechanic Licence
(Interstate equivalent accepted initially)
* EEHA competencies
* Current Standard 11 (Underground)
* Current QLD Coal Board Medical
* Current LVR / CPR
* Australian Driver’s Licence
* Willing and physically capable of regular underground work and rotating shifts
* Full Australian working rights
🧠 What We’re Looking For
* Qualified Electrical Tradesperson with UG coal experience
* Strong diesel fleet electrical knowledge and fault‑finding skills
* Comfortable rotating through day, night and afternoon shifts
* Confident transitioning between workshop‑based work and underground call‑outs
* Solid understanding of mining electrical safety legislation
* Safety‑focused, reliable and able to work autonomously underground
* Clear communicator and strong team contributor
🎁 What We Offer
* 7/7 rotating roster (Day / Night / Afternoon)
* Excellent hourly rates
* Accommodation and meals provided
* Flights available
* Overtime available
* Paid training and competency development
* Exposure to modern underground diesel and electrical systems
* Strong site support and safety‑first culture
* Long‑term career opportunities within Deftec
🏢 About Deftec
Deftec is a specialist electrical engineering company delivering industrial automation, control systems and industrial IT services across mining, water and utilities.
With operations across Mackay, Newcastle, Brisbane and the Bowen Basin, we are a close‑knit team of approximately 65 professionals committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
🌏 Diversity & Inclusion
Deftec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from:
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
* Women in trades
* Mature‑aged workers
* People with diverse abilities
📩 Apply Now
If you are an experienced Underground Coal Electrician with diesel fleet exposure and are comfortable working a 7/7 rotating roster and responding to underground breakdowns, we encourage you to apply today.