Electrician - SMAD

  • Launceston
  • Permanent
  • Thu Oct 23 23:52:16 2025
  • 7394

About the Project

Redpath is expanding at the Olympic Dam Mine in South Australia, launching a 4th and 5th portal and declines from surface. This is your chance to be part of one of the largest uranium and copper mines in the world!

We're seeking experienced Electricians to join our underground maintenance team. You'll be working with cutting-edge equipment and be part of a team that values safety, quality, and career development.

The Role

Roster: 14/14 rotating (12-hour shifts)

Location: Olympic Dam, SA

Equipment: Agi trucks, Cablebolters and Normet Shotcrete rigs.

Key Responsibilities

Perform electrical work to high standards and in line with statutory regulations

Timely and safe completion of repairs

Fault finding, diagnostics and component replacement

Risk identification and management

We are looking for

Experience with underground hard rock mobile and fixed plant

Background in development and drill maintenance

Current Electrical Licence

Strong fault finding and diagnostic skills

CPR & LVR certificate or ability to obtain

Manual drivers licence

Able to pass a Police Check and Pre-Employment Medical

Positive attitude aligned with Redpath's motto, Consider it done — safely.

What You'll Get

Career progression through internal promotions

Competitive hourly rate + leave entitlements

Modern camp facilities: Ensuite rooms, Gym, Pool, Wet Mess, Telstra and Optus coverage

Salary Sacrifice options: Superannuation & Novated car leasing

Discounted health insurance with BUPA

Retail discounts and Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions/year for family)

OEM Accredited Trade Courses and ongoing training

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.About Redpath

The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with projects across Australia and globally. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and speciality services in the Metalliferous and Coal mining sectors.

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Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment.

We will be shortlisting for this position immediately, so please submit your application by clicking on the 'apply' button below, or visit our website at Careers | Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers