REDPATH MINING

Shaft Electrician

REDPATH MINING  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Shaft Electricians | Appin Project, NSW

Join a Global Leader in Mining

The Redpath Group is one of the world's leading mining contractors, employing almost 10,000 people across projects worldwide. We deliver specialised solutions in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering, technical services, and mining support.

Following the acquisition of RUC Mining, Redpath now operates the largest fleet of Raiseboring and Raisedrill equipment in Australia. By combining RUC Mining's expertise with Redpath's global reputation, we continue to expand our capabilities, strengthen our service offering, and create exciting career opportunities for our people.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for experienced and motivated professionals to join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of major underground mining projects.

About the Project

Due to continued project success, Redpath is seeking experienced Shaft Electricians to join our Shaft Sinking Maintenance Division on the Appin Project in NSW.

This project involves the excavation of two vertical shafts to provide critical mine access and ventilation infrastructure. We are particularly interested in candidates from the South West Sydney region, including Campbelltown and surrounding areas, although FIFO and DIDO options with accommodation may be available for highly experienced shaft sinking personnel.

Candidates with experience in shaft sinking, tunnelling, underground mining, construction, fixed plant, or mobile plant maintenance are encouraged to apply.

Roster

14 Days On / 14 Days Off

As a Shaft Electrician, you will play a critical role in maintaining and optimising shaft sinking infrastructure, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical, control, and automation systems on site.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain a strong commitment to safety and ensure compliance with all safety and operational procedures in confined and vertical shaft environments.
  • Interpret electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings to determine installation and maintenance requirements.
  • Install, maintain, and repair temporary winders and associated systems in accordance with Australian Standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct statutory testing and inspections in line with AS3000 and relevant legislation.
  • Perform routine, preventative, and breakdown maintenance on shaft winder electrical, control, and automation systems.
  • Diagnose faults and complete root cause analysis on control circuits, variable speed drives, and communication networks, including EtherNet/IP and DeviceNet.
  • Program, configure, and troubleshoot Rockwell Automation systems, including:
  • Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs
  • PanelView HMIs
  • FactoryTalk View SE/ME
  • Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000
  • Monitor and optimise equipment performance through SCADA and control system diagnostics.
  • Support and mentor team members through training, coaching, and performance development.
  • Ensure compliance with all Redpath and client SHEQ/WHS policies, procedures, and standards.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Electrical Trade Qualification
  • HV Switching or High Voltage experience highly regarded
  • Current Australian Manual Driver's Licence
  • Working Safely at Heights certification
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Experience in underground mining, shaft sinking, tunnelling, heavy industry, or construction environments preferred
  • Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
  • Ability to pass a Pre Employment Medical and National Police Clearance

Why Join Redpath?

This is a full time, long term opportunity offering excellent job security, industry leading benefits, and genuine career development.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rates plus super paid on all hours worked
  • Even time roster providing genuine work life balance
  • Long term project stability and career security
  • Ongoing training and OEM accredited trade development
  • Clear career progression opportunities across Redpath projects
  • Company provided PPE
  • Salary sacrifice options, including superannuation and novated leasing
  • Discounted BUPA health insurance
  • Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $200)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free confidential support for you and your family
  • Redzone Rewards Program featuring discounts and cashback offers at hundreds of retailers

Service Milestone Bonuses

  • $3,000 after 5 years
  • $10,000 after 10 years
  • $15,000 after 15 years
  • $20,000 after 20 years

Build Your Future with Redpath

If you're looking to work on a significant underground infrastructure project with a global mining contractor that values safety, development, and long term career growth, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the team driving the next phase of Redpath's success.

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

REDPATH MINING

About REDPATH MINING

Established in 1962, The Redpath Group is an experienced, full-service solutions provider to the global underground mining industry.

We have the expertise, track record and qualifications to support any scope of work, even in the most remote parts of the world. Our projects are started well on time and are executed with the highest safety standards and exceptional workmanship. We serve our international client base from our offices and facilities across the globe.

Services include: mine development, shaft sinking, mass excavation, production mining, raiseboring, mechanized raise mining, underground construction, mechanical excavation, engineering and technical services, and civil infrastructure development.

Our company is guided by long-held corporate values - “Our Philosophy” and “Guidelines for Success” – demonstrating Redpath’s commitment to the incorporation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into our organization.

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Fondé en 1962, le Groupe Redpath est un fournisseur expérimenté de solutions complètes pour l’industrie minière souterraine mondiale. Nous avons l’expertise, les antécédents et les qualifications nécessaires pour soutenir n’importe quelle portée de travail. Nos projets sont démarrés à temps et sont exécutés avec les normes de sécurité les plus élevées et avec une finition exceptionnelle. Nous servons notre clientèle internationale à partir de nos bureaux et de nos installations à travers le monde.

Les services comprennent : le développement minier, le fonçage de puits, l’excavation de masse, l’exploitation minière à contrat, l’alésage de monteries, les projets de monteries mécanisés, la construction souterraine, l’excavation mécanique, les services techniques et d’ingénierie et le développement des infrastructures civiles.

Notre entreprise est guidée par des valeurs d’entreprise fondamentales de longue date qui démontrent l’engagement de Redpath à intégrer les critères ESG dans notre organisation.

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
North Bay, CA
Year Founded
1962
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