Mills Recruitment is seeking experienced Auto Electricians from New Zealand who are looking to advance their careers within Western Australia’s thriving mining sector.
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Australia’s leading lithium mining operations at Pilgangoora, working on a modern fleet of heavy mobile mining equipment while enjoying a highly attractive roster and earning potential.
Whether you’re already in Australia or considering a move from New Zealand, we’d love to hear from you.
 
What’s on Offer?

• $90.00 per hour casual rate during your initial 13-week placement
• Genuine temp-to-permanent opportunity
• FIFO roster:
  • 8 days on / 6 days off
  • 7 days on / 7 days off
• Work on a modern fleet of CAT, Komatsu and Epiroc equipment
• Long-term career progression within a growing maintenance team
• Full support throughout the recruitment process

Permanent Package After 13 Weeks Following successful completion of your initial placement through Mills Recruitment, you’ll transition directly to our client and receive:

• $170,000-$180,000 annual salary package
• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• $5,000 after 6 months
• Additional $5,000 after 12 months
• Annual performance bonus opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within the operation

The Role
Working within the Mobile Maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a large fleet of heavy mobile mining equipment.
Duties will include:

• Electrical diagnostics and fault finding
• Breakdown repairs and troubleshooting
• Planned and preventative maintenance
• Low-voltage electrical repairs
• Air-conditioning diagnostics and repairs
• Maintaining equipment reliability and availability
• Working safely within a busy mining maintenance environment
• Collaborating with supervisors and fellow tradespeople

What You’ll Need We’re looking for Auto Electricians who enjoy diagnostics and problem solving, not just routine servicing.
Ideally, you’ll have:

• Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent trade qualification
• Minimum 2 years post-trade experience
• Experience working on heavy equipment, earthmoving machinery, mining equipment, transport fleets, forestry equipment or similar
• Strong electrical diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Current Full NZ Class 1 Driver Licence (Manual)
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

No Cert II Air Conditioning? That’s okay! Candidates who don’t currently hold their Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning are still encouraged to apply, provided they are willing to obtain the qualification after arriving in Australia.

Highly Regarded

• Previous mining experience
• CAT, Komatsu or Epiroc experience
• Open-cut mining experience
• Air-conditioning repair experience
• Forklift Licence
• EWP
• Working at Heights
• Basic Rigging
• CV Crane

Why Kiwis Are Making the Move

• Significantly higher earning potential
• Even-time rosters that provide more quality time at home
• Exposure to world-class mining equipment
• Stable, long-term employment
• Clear career development pathways
• Opportunity to build a career within one of Australia’s fastest-growing mining sectors

This isn’t just another FIFO contract. It’s a genuine pathway into a permanent mining position offering exceptional earning potential, a fantastic roster, and long-term career security.
If you’re an experienced Auto Electrician ready to take your skills across the Tasman, apply today or contact Kelly from Mills Recruitment 0220798206 for a confidential discussion.