Senior Technician Electrical Maintenance

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com   

Belong at AngloGold Ashanti Australia and make gold a part of your story. A story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s most sought-after precious metals.

What we do goes beyond mining. We support communities in which we operate, championing environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Come and be a part of our team, a team committed to building a better future. Be known. Be valued. Be recognised. 

The opportunity

At AGA, we value diverse perspectives. If you’re ready to take on challenges and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you – even if you don’t meet every requirement. Apply and let’s start the conversation.

We are now seeking a Senior Technician Electrical Maintenance to join our Maintenance team at our Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. Reporting to the Supervisor Electrical Maintenance, you’ll be responsible for providing frontline support and ensuring all electrical work is completed safely, on time, cost-effectively, and with environmental responsibility – supporting the continuous operation of the Processing Plant and the non-underground infrastructure.

This role is based at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine on an 8/6 FIFO roster; we operate direct flights to our sites from Perth and Kalgoorlie.

About the role

• Maintain all electrical systems associated with crushers, conveyors, pumps, ball mills, concentrators, vibrating screens and feeders, cranes and hoists, cyclones, and related wiring. Familiarity with PLCs and instrumentation is desirable
• Support the Electrical Supervisor in ensuring all electrical maintenance work is completed safely and in line with established procedures and safety systems.
• Assist in planning and managing work activities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Carry out installation of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment.
• To liaise closely with metallurgical, processing and maintenance personnel on safety, plant performance and technical issues with the aim of optimising plant performance.
• Assist with coordination and execution of planned shutdowns.
• Provide relief coverage for the Electrical Supervisor as required.

About you

People are at the heart of everything we do. We want you to collaborate with us, share your ideas and feel confident to challenge the status quo.  To be considered, you should have:

• Unrestricted WA Electrical Licence (essential)
• Processing plant electrical & instrumentation experience (desirable)
• PLC fault finding and diagnostics (prior experience with Allen Bradley preferred) – desirable
• Instrumentation Certificate, PLCs and automation experience (desirable)
• Previous Senior Electrical experience with strong practical knowledge
• High Voltage Switching qualifications and experience (essential)
• Computer literacy, SAP knowledge (desirable)
• Relevant tickets, such as working at heights, confined space, EWP (desirable)
• Valid WA “C” Grade Manual Drivers Licence (essential)
• Have existing and ongoing permanent working rights in Australia (essential)
• Ability to attain a new National Police Clearance (essential)

Culture and benefits

We foster a workplace built on dignity and respect. We offer challenging work, competitive pay that’s regularly reviewed, and opportunities for career growth. At AGAA, learning is a shared responsibility, and your development matters to us. Your benefits will include:

• Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid)
• Flexible working policy
• Attractive Annual Bonus  
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180, and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer
• 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid Parental Leave
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance
• Active committees driving a culture of Inclusion and Belonging 
• Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave
• Salary sacrifice and Novated Lease options 

Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 website. AGAA recognises that standard recruitment processes are not accessible to everyone. If there are any accommodations or supports that would assist you in participating in the recruitment process for this role, please reach out to our Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity team at InclDiversityEquity@anglogoldashanti.com.

About us

At AngloGold Ashanti, we pride ourselves on having a collaborative workplace that is focused on providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We want to create an environment where people feel comfortable to bring their whole, authentic self to work and feel safe, respected, and valued while doing so. 

AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world's largest gold producers with operations and projects spanning across four continents. Our globally diverse, world-class portfolio is supported by focused exploration in the established and new gold producing regions of the world. We offer a working environment that allows every employee to contribute, learn and flourish. In Australia we own and manage the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, and the Tropicana Gold Mine (70% AGA owned 30% Regis Resources). These are two of Western Australia’s premier gold operations, with ongoing investment and exploration taking place across both open pit and underground operations at each site.

Recruitment Agency approaches and referrals will not be accepted for this role, all interested candidates must apply directly to be considered for any role advertised by AngloGold Ashanti Australia.