HV Electrician Job in Fortescue, Australia

The High Voltage Electrician role ensures the effective and safe management of the HV power supply for the 9400E excavator, critical to mining operations. The position works collaboratively with the mining operations cable handling team to maintain operational efficiency and ensure minimal disruption to performance. The successful candidate will contribute to Fortescue’s green fleet asset management by adhering to company values and driving a positive, safety-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Energize and de-energize HV power supply to the 9400E excavator, ensuring statutory inspections and testing of cables are completed.
• Collaborate with the cable handling team to maintain personnel and equipment safety around HV power operations.
• Conduct high-quality HV electrical maintenance, adhering to Australian Standards, WA Mines Safety Regulations, and site-specific procedures.
• Complete and record all work orders in SAP, including documenting defects and remedial actions.
• Maintain accurate statutory records of HV electrical installations and log all relevant activities in the electrical logbook.
• Ensure safety compliance through Zero Harm principles, contributing to JHAs, SWIs, and daily safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Electrical Grade A License
• High Voltage Switching Certificate
• Senior First Aid and Low Voltage Rescue/CPR Certification
• Experience in the mining industry with sound knowledge of HV switching systems and fault-finding techniques..
• Experience in trailing/reeling cables will be highly regarded.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and adapt effectively to changing priorities and conditions.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organization and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.