About Redpath Australia

The Redpath Group is a leading international mining contractor with projects throughout Australia and across the globe.

We specialise in the shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, coal mining, engineering & technical services and specialty services to the underground industry.

About the Federation Project

The new Federation Decline - underground mine is located approximately 15kms South of Nymagee. This is Redpath’s newest Decline project in central NSW.

Successful applicants will be challenged and rewarded with competitive remuneration packages on offer. A demonstrable strong culture of training and internal promotion will ensure new employees reach their potential quickly while working in NSW for Redpath.

Roster on Offer - 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster,

FIFO & DIDO options including a DIDO allowance for locals

About the role as an Underground Electrician: 

• conduct regular workplace inspection, fault testing and observations to maintain compliance with safety, efficiency and statutory standards.
• provide electrical trades labour and supervision and guidance for trades assistants and apprentices.
• prepare shift reports detailing work performed.
• ensure electrical works are performed to good practice standards and in accordance with all statutory rules.

We are looking for.

• Extensive experience in electrical installation and maintenance in an underground mining environment(preferable)
• Current NSW Electrical Licence or interstate licenses accepted (transferred at your own cost)
• Current Low Voltage Switchboard Rescue Qualification Certificate
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
• Current working at heights qualification's
• Experience with trouble shooting and mine electrical equipment
• Experience in high voltage work
• Strong fault finding & diagnostic skills
• Strong planning and organising skills to schedule and complete tasks
• The ability to work well with others in a team environment as well as work unsupervised
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• A work ethic and attitude in keeping with Redpath's motto, Consider it done — safely.

In return you can expect

• Family friendly lifestyle rosters
• Career paths through internal promotions 
• Competitive hourly rate with leave entitlements 
• Fortnightly pay
• PPE provided
• Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation and Novated car leasing 
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA 
• Access to a large range of staff benefits including discounts at major retailers
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)
• Employee Assistance (4 sessions per annum), well-being assistance that’s free for all the family