Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, Karara is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West. It produces a premium, high-grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.

• We are a short commute (45 minutes) from Perth to our purpose-built airstrip
• Family friendly rosters giving you more time at home and less time travelling
• Being closer to Perth the mid-west offers a more temperate climate than the Pilbara region
• Airport parking for FIFO employees

The opportunity

We are seeking multiple Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians to join our teams on site. You will be responsible for ongoing preventative and predictive maintenance with a focus on electrical and instrumentation assets in the plant to achieve site standards of efficiency, quality and safety.

This role operates on an 8 days on and 6 days off roster with the occasional ad hoc 7 nights on and 7 days off night shift. 

To be successful in this role, you must have the following: 

• WA “A” grade Electrical Licence
• HV switching operations certificate
• Cert III or IV Instrumentation (desirable)
• A Manual C-class Australian driver’s licence
• A basic understanding of SAP maintenance systems (desirable)
• A team player with a strong commitment to safety and quality
• Demonstrated knowledge, experience and understanding of process plant equipment
• National Police clearance

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform daily maintenance activities for electrical and instrumentation systems on process equipment according to the maintenance plan.
• Troubleshoot electrical components and control systems to identify the causes of failures, including collecting evidence for further analysis.
• Install and maintain electrical infrastructure, ensuring its proper functionality and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Conduct statutory electrical inspections and testing, recording results in compliance with regulations and requirements.
• Manage high-voltage switching and maintain high-voltage assets.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Document maintenance activities, work order completions, and other relevant details accurately in the maintenance management system (SAP).
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with Karara’s Company Values and lifesaving commitments.

What we offer

• A permanent position working directly for Karara Mining Limited
• Attractive salary
• Short term incentive plan (Bonus)
• On-the-job training opportunities and development programs to further your technical and leadership skills
• The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing etc.

Camp Facilities:

• Modern, comfortable camp accommodation - permanent rooms (no motelling)
• 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site to enjoy video family face time and internet surfing
• High quality gourmet food options (vegan, gluten free and healthy options)
• Large fully equipped gym facility
• Eco-walking/jogging trail in a natural bush setting, swimming pool, tennis, cricket facilities
• Village shop and supporting amenities

To learn more about, please visit www.kararamining.com.au