14th April, 2026
Engineering Trades Australia are currently seeking experienced Electricians for multiple roles across established underground mining operations and a major pump hydro infrastructure project.
With several sites requiring additional support and a large-scale project onboarding for May, we are looking to mobilise skilled electricians for immediate and upcoming starts.
You will be working across underground environments and heavy industrial construction settings, supporting both maintenance and project-based electrical scopes.
Current & Upcoming Projects Include
Underground Mining Roles – QLD & NSW
These roles focus on underground electrical maintenance, including fault finding, breakdown support on fixed and mobile plant, preventative maintenance, inspections, and ongoing operational support.
Ernest Henry (QLD)
- 8:6 roster (dayshift), with occasional night shift requirements
- FIFO options available
Peak Gold Mine – Cobar (NSW) - FIFO from Brisbane or Sydney
- 7 days / 7 nights / 14 days off roster
Dugald River (QLD) - FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns
- 8:6 dayshift / 7:7 nightshift rotating roster
Lake Cowal (NSW) - 7 days : 7 nights : 14 days off roster
- FIFO Sydney
Pay: From $78/hr+ depending on experience
Pump Hydro Project – Kidston - Major renewable energy infrastructure project
- 2:1 roster
- Onboarding now for 19th May start
- FIFO options available (project dependent)
- Suitable for electricians with heavy industrial, construction, or tunnelling experience
What’s in it for you? - Competitive industry pay rates (project and experience dependent)
- Multiple roles across mining and infrastructure projects
- FIFO with camp lodging provided
- Consistent roster options across all projects
- Opportunity to work on a major renewable energy project
- Weekly pay cycle – every Friday
What is needed to be considered? Requirements may vary depending on project; however, candidates with the following will be highly regarded:
- Current Australian Electrical Licence
- LVR / CPR
- Working at Heights & Confined Spaces
- Previous underground mining experience (for UG roles)
- Heavy industrial, construction, or tunnelling experience (for Kingston project)
- Strong fault-finding and maintenance background
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
- Full Australian working rights
Why work for Engineering Trades Australia? Engineering Trades Australia is a national workforce specialist, partnering with leading mining and infrastructure clients across Australia. We offer consistent FIFO and DIDO opportunities, competitive pay, and the chance to work on major projects nationwide.
How do you apply? Simply click the “Apply” button or send your updated CV to Steph at
steph.pitcher@etagroup.com.au If your experience aligns with our current opportunities, a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
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