Fixed Plant Electrician | Maintenance West | Talent Pool

About BHP

At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.

Come and be a part of this success.

About Operation Services

BHP Operations Services delivers industry leading mining services across BHP operations Australia-wide with specialist capabilities in load and haul, fixed plant maintenance and mobile maintenance.

BHP Operations Services has a strong focus on people capability and culture. Our people are our greatest asset and are at the centre of everything that we do. We focus on high performance safety and productivity through our people. With world-class training that is unmatched in the industry and the opportunity to advance your career across locations and commodities, join the team and make your place in BHP.

We are investing in our team to take your skills and career to places you never thought possible. This is an exciting time for BHP. Are you ready to make your place?　

About the Role

We're building a talent pool of experienced Fixed Plant Electricians to support future opportunities across our operations. By joining our talent community, you'll be considered for upcoming vacancies as they arise, enabling us to connect talented professionals with opportunities quickly and efficiently.

Our Shutdown Electrical team and play a key role in supporting our dedicated Shutdown crew across five world‑class Iron Ore processing plants Yandi, Area C, South Flank, Jimblebar, and Newman Operations. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to diverse equipment, new challenges, and different teams every swing. If you enjoy variety, meeting new people, and staying sharp with constantly evolving work, this roster is designed for you. Working FIFO from Perth on our Dynamic 182 roster, you’ll experience an exciting blend of sites, people, and work environments, meaning you’ll never get bored. 

Your responsibilities include but are not limited too:

• Carry out fixed‑plant maintenance on Extra Low Voltage, Low Voltage, and High Voltage equipment


• Diagnose, test, and report faults to keep critical production equipment operating safely and efficiently


• Install, repair, and upgrade cables, electrical infrastructure, and plant equipment


• Provide electrical support during ramp down and ramp up phases


• Execute HV (RADIAL) and LV isolations proficiently

• Inspect and test protection systems, RCDs, and shutdown safety controls

  
  About You

• Qualified Electrician with a valid Electrical Licence 


• Current Australian Driver’s licence 


• Experience in mining or heavy industrial electrical maintenance


• Strong problem solver who collaborates well and works confidently on their own


• Safety‑focused, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement

What’s on Offer?

• Exposure to various electrical systems to further your exposure and experience


• The abilities to use, challenge and upskill your skills and career with us, BHP


• Fully stocked Toyota Hilux service vehicles with tools and test equipment


• Permanent work with BHP and all associated benefits


• Guaranteed fortnightly pay and full leave entitlements (annual, carers, parental, bereavement and more)


• FIFO from Perth on our Dynamic 182 day roster


• Ongoing support for you and your family through our Employee Assistant Program

About Our Process

At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks, which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.

We know there are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.