Job Overview
Underground HV Electrician – FIFO | Multiple Rosters | $85–$95 per hour
Opportunity: Join a well‐established electrical contractor delivering underground and surface work across WA mining operations. You'll be working in production environments across multiple sites, not tied to a single project, with consistent ongoing work and strong earning potential.
This is a hands‐on role focused on HV maintenance, fault finding, and breakdown response underground – ideal for someone confident working autonomously and keeping operations running.
Pay: $85–$95 per hour casual (higher for strong HV candidates). 8:6 or 15:13 FIFO rosters from Perth, 12‐hour days, Minimum 6 months ongoing work, Immediate starts available.
This role suits electricians who can hit the ground running underground, are confident with HV work, and want consistent FIFO work without project uncertainty.
Responsibilities
* Carry out underground HV electrical maintenance on fixed plant and infrastructure
* HV isolation and switching on site
* Fault finding and troubleshooting in production environments
* Breakdown response to get equipment back online quickly
* Preventative maintenance and inspections
* Work across underground systems including pumps, fans, conveyors and dewatering
* Interpret electrical drawings and schematics
* Complete reports and update maintenance systems
* Work closely with operators and supervisors to maintain uptime
* Follow strict safety and isolation procedures
Qualifications
* WA A‐Grade Electrical Licence
* HV Switching Ticket (essential for top tier candidates)
* Strong underground mining experience (highly regarded)
* Proven fault finding and breakdown experience
* Ability to work autonomously in fast‐paced production environments
* White Card, LVR/CPR, First Aid
* Manual Driver's Licence
* Full Australian working rights
Benefits
* Multiple site options across WA mining operations
* Ongoing pipeline of work – not shutdown‐based
* Flexible roster options
* Strong hourly rates with room to negotiate
* Immediate start available
* Long‐term opportunities with consistent swings
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