Auto Electrician

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With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

As our next Auto Electrician to proudly represent our Maintenance Team, you will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you’re a passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward.

In this role, you will:

• Maintain a fleet of Haul Trucks and associated plant equipment safely and efficiently in order to meet site maintenance schedules
• Servicing and repairs to heavy vehicle air-condition systems
• Reading electrical schematics, diagnosing, and carrying out repairs on 12/24v electrical systems
• Attending in-field breakdowns and repairing faults safely and efficiently
• Create detailed parts lists for faults found during inspections for future repairs
• CAT and Liebherr experience desirable.

About you

• Trade Certificate in Automotive Electrical Fitting
• Previous open cut mining experience in the maintenance of a heavy earthmoving fleet essential
• Specific experience with Caterpillar Dump Trucks, Hitachi Excavators and Ancillary Equipment
• Previous experience with air conditioning systems required
• HR drivers licence (desirable)
• Proven compliance and commitment to health and safety at all times

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time positions
• Full camp facilities provided
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
• Referral bonus program – earn $5k for a successful referral

About us

We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 80 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

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How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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