Electrician - HV

About Us

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

The Opportunity

If you're an experienced HV Electrician who enjoys technical challenges, complex diagnostics and working with large-scale mining equipment, this could be your next opportunity.

Komatsu Australia is seeking a skilled HV Electrician to join our Queensland mining operations team.

You'll have the opportunity to apply your electrical expertise, work with Komatsu mining technology and contribute to the reliability and performance of heavy mobile equipment.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting electrical maintenance, diagnostics and fault-finding activities across Komatsu mining equipment.
• Identifying and resolving complex electrical issues using technical manuals, schematics and diagnostic procedures.
• Assisting with planned maintenance, inspections and equipment repairs.
• Recording diagnostic results and maintaining accurate technical documentation.
• Working closely with mechanical tradespeople and technical specialists to resolve equipment issues.
• Ensuring all electrical work meets applicable safety standards, procedures and legislation.
• Contributing to equipment reliability improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.

Role Located:  Blackwater Region, QLD

Roster: Roster: 7:7 day/night, 12.5 hour shifts.

What we are looking for

• Trade qualification as an HV Electrician.
• Experience working with heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals and OEM specifications.
• A strong commitment to electrical safety, isolation procedures and safe work practices.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

Highly regarded:

• Experience with Komatsu 930E haul trucks, WA1200 loaders or large excavators.
• Dual trade qualifications in electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Previous OEM technical training.
• Standard 11, S1/S2/S3 and G2 qualifications.

Candidates must hold or be able to obtain the applicable Queensland coal mining medical and induction requirements.

Why work for us!

• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits.
• Financial:  Income Protection Insurance and Death & Diability Insurance provided through our company superannuation fund ; Novated Leasing options available.
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with CU Health
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents.
• Yearly Bonus: Potential to receive a yearly bonus.
• Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.

Ready to get started? Simply hit the apply now button!

Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is committed to a workplace where women can thrive.