Underground Electrician (Coal - Longwall)

Industry: Mining – Operations | Employment Type: Full‑time | Roster: 7/7
Start: Immediate | Location: Bowan Basin

🔧 About the Role

As an Underground Coal Electrician (longwall) at Deftec, you will be critical in maintaining and servicing electrical equipment and systems across our underground coal mining operations throughout the Bowen Basin. This full‑time role ensures the safe, compliant and efficient performance of the mine’s electrical infrastructure.

NB: Sub-Contractor roles are not available for this position

We have positions available in the following departments:

Operational Areas / Role Streams

• Longwall Maintenance

• Longwall Production

This position is available for an immediate start on a 7 on 7 off roster

✅ Essential Criteria

• Minimum 12 months experience in underground coal mining Longwall Operations
  (Please do not apply without Longwall UG coal experience)

• QLD Electrical Fitter/Mechanic Licence
  (Interstate equivalent accepted for an interim period)

• EEHA (Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas) competencies

• Australian Driver’s Licence

• Current LVR/CPR

• Current Standard 11 Underground Induction

• Current Queensland Coal Board Medical

🔩 What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Longwall face equipment and associated plant

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults to minimise downtime and maintain the safety of the operations

• Complying with all site safety procedures, standards and statutory requirements

• Maintaining detailed records, job reports and documentation

• Providing technical support to crews and mentoring where required

• Participating in improvement initiatives to boost reliability and performance

🧩 What We’re Looking For

• Valid Electrical Trade Certificate or equivalent

• 12+ months working as an Electrician in an underground coal environment (Longwall)

• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills

• Solid understanding of mining electrical safety standards & regulations

• Excellent communication, teamwork and problem‑solving ability

• Strong commitment to safety and compliance

🎁 What We Offer

• 7/7 Roster

• Excellent hourly rate + production bonus

• Salary packaging (including flights)

• Accommodation and meals provided

• Overtime available

• Comprehensive training & development (including paid training courses)

• Exposure to new and emerging mining technologies

• Supportive, safety‑focused team culture

• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements

• Access to health & wellbeing initiatives (e.g. subsidised health insurance)

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment

🏢 About Us — Deftec

Deftec is a leading electrical engineering company specialising in industrial automation, control systems and industrial IT. We support mining, water treatment and utilities with electrical manufacture, overhauls and technical services.

With locations in Mackay, Newcastle, Brisbane and the Bowen Basin, we’re a close‑knit team of around 65 people committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

🌏 Inclusivity & Eligibility

Deftec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

• Women

• Mature‑aged workers

• People with diverse abilities

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia; proof will be required.

📩 Apply Now

If you are an experienced Underground Coal Electrician ready to make an impact in a forward‑thinking mining services team, we encourage you to apply today