Electrician

FULL TIME - Permanent

Salary: Grade 5 $109,417 - $113,551.00 + 11.5% Superannuation

Location: Geraldton

Vacancy Closes: Monday 18 November, 9:00am

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Maintenance team as an Electrician on a permanent full-time basis based in Geraldton.

About Us

We are a busy Western Australian Port that places the highest emphasis on our people, customers, and community in conducting our daily business. At Mid West Ports Authority, we recognise that our people are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to developing and supporting our workforce and fostering a work environment where our values of accountability, integrity, courage, caring and collaboration are key.

Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) provides an essential service, connecting regional Australia to national and international markets as a specialist port catering to boutique and diverse operations. MWPA operates seven (7) commercial berths and critical marine and land assets which enables the facilitation of trade for the Mid West region, exporting a variety of products including iron ore, grains, mineral sands, non-mineral sands and mineral concentrates. The Port also imports fuel, fertiliser and break bulk cargo. The Port of Geraldton also encompasses the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH), home to Geraldton’s fishing industry. The FBH provides significant opportunities for further development of the Port and activation of a thriving commercial and leisure industry hub.

We are deeply committed to creating a workforce that is diverse, inclusive and reflective of the communities in which we operate in. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

About the Role

This role will be responsible for providing electrical trade skills and competencies associated with maintenance and construction duties for the Port’s electrical systems and Bulk Handling infrastructure. Be a registered nominee for the MWPA’s electrical in-house installing licence. Be prepared to undergo training to become a High Voltage Switching Officer within the MWPA High Voltage Distribution System (to permit issue level).

About You

Key Qualifications and Experience (Addressed in Covering Letter):

• ‘A’ Grade Electrical Workers Licence
• In-house nominee’s appointment or the ability to obtain one;
• High Voltage Switching ticket or the ability to obtain one;
• Demonstrated experience in commercial construction or maintenance fields;
• Demonstrated experience in a port or bulk materials handling industry;
• High level ability in understanding regulations, standards and electrical plans;
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well as a part of a team;
• A working knowledge of health and safety requirements; and
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and database systems;
• HV Switch Operators Licence preferred but not essential.

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing Program
• 20 Annual Leave days per annum (pro rata)
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Recognition Program

Living in the Mid West

MWPA operations are located in sunny Geraldton, situated 400kms north of Perth, Western Australia, and is a coastal, community-focused, and family friendly town. We also have several key roles based in our Perth office.

Our reputation for sunny days, beautiful beaches, water sports, and wildflowers should be enough to tempt anyone, but if you need more convincing check out this video for more information on why you should live and work in Geraldton.