Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 2 years
Closing: 01 December 2024

Introduction

This will be a contract based role for upcoming drilling activity commencing immediately. An exciting opportunity to join a major international drilling company. Seeking Candidates ideally based in South East Queensland for work in the Surat Basin.

The Rig Electrician is responsible for the preventive, routine and non-routine maintenance of the land drilling rigs and for the repair of electrical systems for all drilling related equipment of the rigs.

What are you going to do 

Brunel Australasia are currently seeking Rig Electricians to work in QLD. These are FIFO roles on a 3x3 roster

This will be a contract based role for upcoming drilling activity commencing immediately.

The Rig Electrician is responsible for the preventive, routine and non-routine maintenance of the land drilling rigs and for the repair of electrical systems for all drilling related equipment of the rigs.

  • Ensures that all electrical systems, plant and equipment are safe and complies with relevant standards and codes
  • Adopt Company preventive maintenance system to contract.
  • Proved instruction and supervision to electrical maintenance support staff.
  • Contributes proactively to maintenance programs and targets.
  • Maintain inventory of spare parts and emergency spares.Manage inspection and re-certification of critical components as per contract.
  • Provide hands-on refurbishment of Company owned equipment.
  • Establishes correctly isolating procedures for the safe maintenance of plant and equipment and ensures that all relevant personnelare aware of these practices and procedures.
  • Reports directly to the Rig Manager on all aspects of electrical related issues and maintains a visible commitment towards safety.
  • Any further reasonable duties as directed by a supervisor
  • Comply with all QA & HSE policies and work procedures

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements:

  • Electrical Licence - State Required
  • Experience working with AC Variable Frequency Drives, SCR drives, Generator Controls, RAPAD rigs, and Programmable Logic Controllers(PLC)
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Open, manual Driver's License
  • Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas(EEHA)

Rig ready training (training provided if needing to be refreshed)

  • First Aid /CPR
  • ISI
  • 4x4 Operate Vehicles in the Field
  • Breathing Apparatus
  • Confined Space Training
  • Gas Testing and Monitoring
  • Working At Heights
  • Wellsite Permit to Work
  • Low voltage rescue

Benefits:

  • 12 Month contract
  • Great Culture | Safety Focused | Professional Team
  • Accommodation and meals provided
  • Week even time roster (12hr days)

What we offer 

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter (optional)

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Darren Leavey

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days. 
 

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview. 

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

Do you have questions?

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Darren Leavey

+61 7 3007 7629