Job Description

About The Role:

The Electrical Technician will play a critical role in enhancing the operational success of the Whyalla Steelworks through planning and technical support within the Electrical Services department. This position will focus on electrical asset management services for our Power and Services operations, including the HV Network control system, as well as the Mechanical Services workshop, contributing to improved equipment availability and production performance.

The role will also provide technical support to site teams to prevent and recover from equipment and control system faults.

Employee Benefits:

• Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).
• Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
• Employee Benefits Program: Employee Added Extras (EAE), our Employee Benefits Program provides discounts for you and your friends and family on gift cards, shopping, groceries, home products, car rentals, holidays, recreation and more
• Recruitment referral awards $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.
• Employee Assistance Program: Sonder, our EAP, offers confidential, professional and free counselling and support resources in areas such as marriage/family difficulties, interpersonal conflict, stress, depression or anxiety, alcohol and/or drug dependencies, grief, loss or trauma and workplace problems.

Domestic Relocation included for those residing outside of Whyalla, which includes:
o Uplift of goods and relocation allowance (for individuals and immediate family)
o Travel and temporary accommodation (up to 4 weeks)

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver technical support to tradespeople and contractors performing corrective and preventative maintenance
• Act as Tier 2 technical escalation point for Electrical and Control system breakdowns
• Support plant engineers with technical expertise for modifications and assist with commissioning of engineering projects
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Services Superintendent to design and deliver an asset and maintenance strategy aligned with the Whyalla steelworks quality and capacity plan
• Contribute to root cause analysis (RCA) for events which significantly impact electrical asset reliability and maintainability at the operation and implement permanent corrective actions that decrease the probability of reoccurrence
• Monitor safety behaviour on site and promote safe practices that minimize risk to teams, contractors, and the environment.
• Plan and prepare documentation for Electrical and Control System asset maintenance plans
• Build and maintain effective relationships with customers, contractors and Electrical Services team to agree on requirements and proactively resolve performance, scope, schedule, and resource issues.

About You:

• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering (minimum qualification)
• Unrestricted Electrical Licence (preferred but not essential)
• Demonstrated project management experience, with Project Controller training highly regarded
• Heavy industrial experience (preferred but not essential)
• Experience with Honeywell DCS
• Working knowledge of Rockwell and Siemens drives
• Experience using Citect SCADA
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with CMMS and ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Dynamics 365, Maximo, EPIX)

About Us:

OneSteel Manufacturing is proud to operate one of Australia’s most critical mining and steel manufacturing businesses. As the nation’s only producer of special grade billet and steel long products, we play a vital role in powering Australia’s infrastructure — from rail networks to major construction projects.

Our Whyalla-based operations are backed by State and Federal Government investment, reinforcing our position as a cornerstone of Australia’s sovereign manufacturing capability. These assets are not only essential to industrial resilience but also contribute to the long-term security and self-sufficiency of the nation’s supply chain.

At OneSteel, we don’t just manufacture steel — we help build the future of Australia.

It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.