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REDPATH MINING

Underground Electrician

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Underground Electrician | Redpath Mining | OK Decline | 7/7 Roster | FIFO Perth | Permanent Full Time Role

At Redpath, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture built on safety, respect, integrity, and continuous improvement. We believe that every employee has a role to play in creating a healthy and safe workplace, and we invest in developing our people through ongoing training, support, and career development opportunities.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Underground Electrician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out a broad range of electrical installation, maintenance, and repair activities across both surface and underground operations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team in a dynamic mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform workplace inspections, fault finding, testing, and pre-start checks to ensure equipment is safe, compliant, and operating efficiently.
  • Carry out all electrical work in accordance with statutory requirements, technical standards, site procedures, and industry best practice.
  • Provide guidance and supervision to Trades Assistants and Apprentices while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
  • Complete required documentation, including shift reports, JSAs, Safe Stops, and promptly report incidents, hazards, accidents, and near misses.
  • Actively participate in pre-starts, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and other operational meetings to promote a strong safety culture and effective communication.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Extensive experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and fault finding within an underground mining environment.
  • Current WA Electrical Licence, Low Voltage Switchboard Rescue and First Aid & CPR.
  • Demonstrated experience with high-voltage electrical systems and underground mining equipment.
  • Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent planning, organisation, and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and complete work safely and efficiently.

Why Join Redpath?

This is a full time, long-term opportunity with excellent job security benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rates + super paid on all hours
  • Even time roster for true work life balance
  • Ongoing training & OEM accredited trade courses
  • Clear career progression pathways
  • PPE provided
  • Salary Sacrifice options for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
  • Discounted health insurance with BUPA
  • Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $200)
  • Employee Assistance Program - 4 free sessions annually for you and your family
  • Redzone Reward Program - discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
  • Service Milestone Bonuses: $3k at 5 years, $10k at 10 years, $15k at 15 years $20k at 20 years

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