The Byrnecut Group
With over 6,000 employees, the Byrnecut Group is a full-service underground mining contractor, providing services to major mine owners throughout Australia and Internationally. We operate a multi-million dollar fleet of specialised underground mining equipment across multiple continents and conditions.
Electricians with no mining experience are encouraged to apply.
The Opportunities
We are seeking experienced electricians for Underground Shift Electrician, Electrical Leading Hand, and Electrical Supervisor positions across our existing and exciting upcoming Western Australian operations.
What We're Looking For
Electricians & Electrical Leading Hands
* Experienced Underground Electricians and Leading Hands (hard rock mining)
* WA Electrical Workers Licence (or ability to obtain one)
* Manual C Class driver's licence
* Current Senior First Aid, CPR & Low Voltage Rescue
* Strong knowledge of AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules
* High Voltage Switching ticket (highly regarded)
* Experience with Sandvik underground mobile equipment (advantageous)
* Ability to carry out electrical installations up to 1000V AC
* Perform scheduled maintenance, statutory testing and inspections
* Service 1000V mobile equipment, including Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) equipment
* Install and maintain underground electrical and communication reticulation systems
Electrical Supervisors
* WA Electrical Licence
* WA Electrical Contractor Nominee (or ability to obtain)
* Ability to accept statutory appointment as Electrical Supervisor
* Ensure compliance with Byrnecut policies and WHS (Mines) Regulations
* Supervise installation, inspection and testing of electrical infrastructure
* Plan and coordinate preventative maintenance to ensure reliability and efficiency
* Lead, mentor and support electrical teams and apprentices
* Apply First Aid, CPR & Low Voltage Rescue
* Minimum 3+ years Supervisory experience
* High Voltage Operations training
* WHS (Mines) Schedule 26 certification
* Experience with Sandvik DD422i, DL432i & DS422i drill rigs
* Understanding of underground communication systems (leaky feeder, Wi-Fi, fibre optic)
* Comprehensive knowledge of AS/NZS electrical standards, WHS (Mines) Regulations, WA Electrical Requirements, WA Electricity (Licensing) Regulations
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
* Proficiency with maintenance management systems, CAD programs and Microsoft Office
Progression opportunities available for experienced Leading Hands looking to step into Supervisor roles.
What We Offer
* Full-time permanent roles
* Competitive rates + super paid on all hours worked
* Fluke multimeter kit sign-on bonus
* $10,000 employee referral program
* Point of Hire Perth - salary sacrifice options available for interstate flights
* Discounted health insurance (Bupa, HBF, Medibank)
* Novated leasing through SG Fleet & Toyota Fleet Management
* Discounts on vehicles & servicing (Eagers Automotive Group)
* Accommodation discounts with Accor Hotels & Crown Perth
* Genuine career development opportunities
* Work with a respected, long-standing industry leader
WA EC 9071, SA PGE 234816, QLD 70718, NT C2479, VIC 19072, NSW 348250C
For more information about Byrnecut Australia Pty Ltd, visit www.byrnecut.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.