Auto Electrician

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT GEMCO

Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is an open-cut mine that is accountable for over 15% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 14% superannuation contributions 
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Education assistance up to $8000 per year
• Excellent facilities including gym, beachside workout area, swimming pool, golf course, tennis and squash courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent position on a 7:7 roster, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns to Groote Eylandt.

As the Technician Maintenance – Auto Electrician, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and rebuilding surface mobile mining equipment.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on heavy mobile equipment and plant, light vehicles, electric vehicles and forklifts.
• Attend to vehicle and equipment breakdowns.
• Maintain, diagnose and repair vehicle air-conditioning systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults on advanced auto electrical circuits.

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Proficient with Caterpillar, Cummins, Sandvik, Komatsu and/or Hitachi mining equipment
• Skilled in fault-finding and diagnostics on advanced auto-electrical systems
• Experienced in servicing and repairing automotive air-conditioning systems
• Understanding of mobile mining equipment electrical systems and software
• Proactive and safety-focused, promoting safe work practices and risk reduction

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Trade (Auto Electrician)
• Refrigerant Handling Licence
• Current C Class Drivers Licence

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Sunday 16th November 2025.