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Field Electrician Forrestfield, AUS

BOART LONGYEAR Forrestfield WA 6058

Permanent Full time
Similar jobs pay ~$80k - $100k

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Key points we found

  • Exciting opportunity for a field low voltage Electrician with FIFO roster from Perth.
  • Focus on safety and adherence to testing procedures while conducting maintenance on Drill Rig electrical systems.
  • Must possess relevant electrical licences and experience with low-voltage systems.

Job Description:

Boart Longyear is the global industry leader in safety, drilling innovation, and productivity. But more importantly, our values define what matters most in our continued success and serve as a guide for our business operations. We demonstrate a commitment to our values and use them as guiding principles in our decision making and actions, each and every day. We value health and safety, integrity, customer focus, and teamwork.

If this is what drives you too, then come join our team!

An exciting opportunity has become available for a field low voltage (LV) Electrician. This position will be FIFO out of Perth, on 8/6 roster and is based predominately in the Pilbara of WA.

Want to know a bit more?

  • Infallible focus on safety and a safe working environment

  • Strict adherence to existing testing procedures and processes

  • Undertake project planning tasks, including job planning and EHS risk management

  • Conducting fault finding, testing, repairs, and maintenance work on Drill Rig electrical systems inclusive of motors, variable frequency drive, transformer, air conditioning, and switch gear

  • Record test results on the relevant test certificates and compile test reports.

A few things we’re looking for:

  • Current licence for Electrical Work (LV)

  • Current refrigeration and air-conditioning restricted electrical licence (REL) – highly desirable

  • Must be able to maintain and troubleshoot Low-Voltage and Extra Low-Voltage (ELV) electrical wiring

  • Reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical diagrams, drawings, and specifications

  • Must be qualified in LV system implementation and commissioning

  • Strong knowledge in automotive Network design (CAN Bus)

  • Proficient in ELV 12v/24v/60v electrical systems

  • Must be able to lead technically and provide guidance

  • Experience in preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance techniques for electrical assets

  • Strong computer & communication skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook essential)

  • Ability to work both autonomously & as part of a team

  • Strong organizational skills.

A few more things we’re after:

  • Must have industrial or PLC controlled mobile machinery electrical experience

  • A sound understanding of engines, hydraulics and vehicle controls interface

  • Commitment to customer satisfaction

  • Australian Driver’s Licence

  • Must have full Australian working rights

  • Must be able to pass a National Criminal History check and pre-employment medical.

In return, you will receive:

  • Competitive remuneration

  • Permanent, full-time position with leave entitlements

  • Site company vehicle, fully equipped with required tooling

  • Be part of a company on the leading edge of drilling innovation

  • Training opportunities. A long-term career, working for one of the leading global drilling service providers.

Auto req ID: 16044BR
Job Code: 380001 Tradesperson 1.10.Hourly
Company: Drilling Services
Business Line: Minerals and Energy
Function: Drilling Services
Region (Business Group): APAC
Country: Australia
State/Province: Western Australia
City: Forrestfield

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Skills
Automotive Electrical Systems
Autonomous work capability
CAN Bus Network Design
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Criminal history check
customer satisfaction focus
Drivers Licence (Australian)
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
ELECTRICAL TESTING
ELECTRICAL WORK
ELV Systems
FAULT FINDING
Hydraulics and Engines
MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE
ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS
PLC Controlled Machinery
Pre-Employment Medical
Reading Electrical Diagrams
Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
TEAMWORK
Work rights in Australia

Licenses & certifications
Electrical Licence (LV)
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Restricted Electrical Licence (REL)

Perks & benefits
Competitive remuneration
Permanent, full-time position with leave entitlements
Training opportunities

More details
Expiring date
12 Apr 2026
Date posted
3 Nov 2025
Category
Trades & Services
Occupation
Electrician
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Mining
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate, Bachelor's degree
Company size
201 to 1000

BOART LONGYEAR

201 to 1000
Company size
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