Electrical / Instrumentation Technician - Perth
Washington, DC, United States
We are seeking an Electrical / Instrumentation Technician to:
Build, test, install, troubleshoot and repair developmental and production electronic circuitry and devices;
Undertake work in a workshop environment as well as on site (as required) for maintenance, installation and commissioning activities;
Assist with the maintenance of existing weighing and loading control systems installed throughout Australia. Our systems consist of both vendor supplied and in-house developed hardware and software.
Essential Skills and Experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the mining or resource industry;
Experience with instrumentation and automation
Driver’s license;
Knowledge of the fundamentals of engineering, mathematics, physics and electrical circuitry, as well as electronic and electrical testing;
Ability to understand schematics;
Willingness to commit to site visits (up to 12 weeks in a year usually in less than 1 week stints);
Ability to confidently work alongside other workers on site i.e. electricians, rail workers, labourers and other trade disciplines;
Ability to confidently represent Meridian Engineers on site and liaise professionally with clients and client representatives;
Ability to work well both alone and in a team;
A professional approach;
Good problem-solving abilities and communication skills;
Australian Permanent Resident status.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Leading Hand
Programming skills, PLC knowledge;
Operate computers using Windows based operating systems and software (MS Word, MS Excel etc).
Job benefits and perks
Above average remuneration with flexible working hours for the right applicant;
Opportunities to work on projects abroad and domestically for Australia’s premier resource companies including BHP, Rio Tinto, BMA, Glencore, FMG, Aurizon and Yancoal;
On the job training of our technology and business processes;
Permanent staff position in Osborne Park, WA;
Modern office environment with pleasant working conditions.
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