Leading Hand Shaft Electrician

Leading Hand Shaft Electrician | Redpath Mining | Appin | 15/13 Roster | Full-Time Permanent Role

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong commitment to safety and ensure compliance with all safety and operational procedures in confined and vertical shaft environments.
• Lead and supervise the electrical crew, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate daily activities, allocate tasks, and provide direction to the team in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Mentor and support electricians, apprentices, and trades assistants, promoting safe work practices and ongoing skill development.
• Perform routine, preventative, and breakdown maintenance on powered winding systems and shaft related electrical infrastructure.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to control circuits, variable speed drives, and communication networks.
• Monitor and optimise hoisting system performance through SCADA and control system diagnostics.
• Installation, maintenance and repair of EEHA equipment in an underground coal mining environment
• Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments, pre-start checks, and safety observations to ensure compliance with statutory and site requirements.
• Complete shift reports and ensure all electrical work is performed in accordance with relevant procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements.

About You

Why Join Redpath?

Requirements

• Australian citizenship or PR.
• Extensive experience in electrical installation and maintenance within the mining industry.
• Current Electrical Licence, Switchboard Rescue, CPR & LVR/EAR certifications.
• Current Working at Heights certification.
• Demonstrated leadership and team supervision experience.
• Strong troubleshooting, fault-finding, and diagnostic skills.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and coordinate work to meet operational targets.