Electricians - Bord & Pillar - Underground Coal

Build a Future with Fitzroy

Fitzroy Australia Resources is a rising leader in Queensland's metallurgical coal mining industry. With a strong portfolio of current operations and a growing pipeline of development projects, we have already achieved significant success. From revitalising Carborough Downs underground mine to reinvigorating the Broadlea open cut, our next major milestone is the Ironbark No.1 project - Australia’s newest longwall mine, featuring both longwall and bord and pillar operations.

Our team is engaged, connected, and united by a shared pride in our accomplishments. We trust one another and believe in our collective potential. With a focus on innovation and decisive leadership, we offer a rewarding and challenging work environment, underpinned by our people-centric approach to coal mining.

About the Roles

We are currently offering exciting and rewarding opportunities for experienced Underground Electricians at Fitzroy’s Carborough Downs mine site as part of the Bord and Pillar team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a safe work environment while effectively managing risks.
• Perform electrical maintenance in accordance with Queensland Coal Mining legislation and safety requirements.
• Ensure timely completion of preventive and statutory inspections, addressing any maintenance requests.
• Conduct breakdown repairs to electrical equipment as needed.
• Support maintenance planning by providing job scoping and estimates for labour, parts, and materials.
• Utilise your electrical knowledge and drive to maintain high standards that support the safe and efficient production of coal.

What We’re Looking For:

To be successful in this role, we are seeking a candidate who is passionate about coal mining. The ideal applicant will have:

• Extensive experience in Bord and Pillar or Development essential 
• Experience with Komatsu 12CM12 Double Pass Continuous Miners and 10SC32 Shuttle Cars essential
• Experience with Pempek Continuous Miner Control Systems is advantageous 
• Relevant Trade Qualifications and Tickets.
• Queensland Standard 11 – Surface and Underground certification.
• A Queensland Electrical License
• Queensland Coal Board Medical (or willingness to obtain).
• EEHA Certification
• A proven track record of working safely.
• A commitment to achieving business goals and outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic.

What’s in it for You:

These roles are based in Moranbah, offering fantastic lifestyle options just two hours from Mackay and the stunning Whitsunday coast.

• Accommodation assistance if you choose to live in Moranbah, or DIDO/FIFO options with camp accommodation provided during shifts.
• 7/7 Day/Night or 7/7 permanent day shift rosters for a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive salaries to attract and retain top talent.
• Salary sacrifice available for novated car leasing and FIFO flights.
• Personal development opportunities, including reimbursement for approved study programs.

Our Operating Philosophy:

To deliver our objective, we will conduct ourselves in accordance with the following:

• We each do what we say we are going to do.
• We deal with each other honestly and with respect.
• We work with our people to ensure that they are safe, so they go home healthy and unharmed from their work activities.
• We want our people to be rewarded fairly for their efforts.

We want our people to believe that they have a future with the company and that they can personally grow within the business.

We are careful when selecting people to make sure that we get the right “fit” and that we select people who share our values: taking ownership; drive to improve; giving it a go; fostering collaboration; perseverance while demonstrating self-awareness. 

If you think that you have the necessary qualifications, experience and passion to achieve your full potential then Fitzroy sounds like the right place for you, apply now!