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

We’re looking for a skilled HV Electrician to ensure our world-class equipment operates safely and efficiently. In this role, you will perform high-voltage electrical maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing Komatsu’s heavy equipment and other machinery, ensuring safety, quality, and operational reliability.

Roster: 7/7 day shift roster (night shift as required), 12.5 hour shifts

Role Located: Callide, Curragh, Baralaba, Dawson Mine Sites – operating from our Gladstone Branch

What we are Looking For:

• Relevant HV Electrical Trade qualification and certification.
• Proven experience as an HV Electrician in the automotive or heavy equipment industry, with a focus on mining mobile plant, ideally Komatsu machinery.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage electrical systems and components, including inverters, converters, motors, and high-voltage batteries.
• Familiarity with relevant safety standards and protocols for high-voltage systems.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment for troubleshooting.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• HV switching certification is highly desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics.

Why work for us!

Komatsu benefits:

• 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 provided through our company superannuation fund.
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with Telus 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.

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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.