Electrician High Voltage | Perth

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a global brand providing a variety of machinery for the Construction, Mining and Forestry industries. At the heart of HCA's trusted and reliable equipment lies a team of talented and dedicated people committed to providing industry-leading machinery and solutions.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth in the Western Region, we currently have an opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic High-Voltage Electrician to join the Perth Ad Hoc Field Support team. In this role, you will be part of and based out of our Perth Branch, however the majority of your role will see you working between multiple sites in the Gold Fields and Pilbara regions. You will predominantly be supporting clients Truck fleet, completing electrical installations and commissioning, pre-deployment testing on new mining equipment, electrical troubleshooting services and maintenance, component installations and repairs on Hitachi’s EH mining trucks. This permanent role will allow you access to OEM training while you build a long-term career with a global company.

Reporting to the Mining Builds & Ad Hoc Supervisor you will be responsible for:

• Performing diagnostic evaluation and HV electrical maintenance on Hitachi Electric Mining Trucks
• Providing support across the complete range of Hitachi products throughout the Western Region
• Liaising with technical support staff to achieve the most efficient outcomes and assist in product improvements
• Completion and submission of all relevant documentation and reporting paperwork
• Maintaining good working relationship with customers, peers and other departments
• Identification of continuous improvement opportunities within your area of responsibility

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Australian licenced High Voltage Electrical qualification
• Current driver's license
• Demonstrated experience with Electric Drive Mining Equipment, OEM experience preferable
• Previous Mine site exposure with a strong understanding of preventative maintenance and breakdown support
• Inherent requirement to attend multiple sites
• Understand the importance of Workplace Health & Safety and be proactive in reducing hazards
• Have excellent diagnostic, problem-solving and technical skills
• Ability to work both in a team and autonomously

Hitachi Benefits

• Flexible AD Hoc roster
• Competitive rate, 15% nightshift loading, $4 Pilbara & $2 Gold Fields zone allowance
• Potential to earn bi-annual bonuses!
• Reimbursements paid for transport to and from home to airport or Airport parking
• Health: Discounted health insurance policy
• Stability: Permanent Full-Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
• Orange benefits: A range of goods and services and retail stores with exclusive staff discounts
• Tailored training to suit career development - inclusive of both Hitachi product specific & high-risk training.

At Hitachi, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities. We encourage and support a diverse talent pool of skill, ethnicity and gender, to create a wide culture of shared values and enriched experiences in our business. As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments.