Tradesman - Electrician

Job Title

Tradesman – Electrician

Position Description

Ma’aden Barrick Copper Company (MBCC) is seeking to recruit a Tradesman – Electrician to join and grow our team.

Join our exceptional team and embody MBCC core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals who can champion MBCC's DNA by:

• Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity

• Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach

• Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose

• Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy

• Taking Responsibility and being Accountable

• Committing to Zero Harm

• Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and fault finding of HV, MV, and LV electrical systems

• Perform HV switching, isolation, earthing, and restoration activities in accordance with approved

procedures and permits

• Maintain and repair substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and power distribution equipment

• Conduct routine inspections, condition monitoring, preventative maintenance, and lubrication activities

• Identify defects, raise maintenance notifications, and recommend corrective actions to improve equipment reliability

• Support breakdown response, shutdown activities, and planned maintenance execution

• Ensure all electrical work complies with MBCC standards, statutory regulations, and OEM requirements

• Participate in risk assessments, JHAs, PTW, and LOTO processes prior to task execution

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and history in SAP PM or CMMS

• Work collaboratively with Operations, Maintenance, and Projects teams to achieve safe and reliable outcomes

• Actively promote and comply with MBCC safety standards, Life-Saving Rules, and Zero Harm culture

• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and technical guidance to local tradesmen to build capability and competency
  

Qualification Requirements:

• Recognized Degree, Diploma, or Trade Certificate in Electrical Engineering or an Electrical Trade

• Certified High Voltage Electrical Technician with HV switching and isolation authorization (preferred)

• Formal training in High Voltage switching, earthing, and isolation practices, including awareness of arc flash hazards

• Certification or formal training in LOTO and electrical safety

• Trained in Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single line diagrams, and schematics

• Valid EWP and Forklift operator licenses are preferred, or willingness to obtain them if required

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years combined experience in electrical maintenance within fixed plant, mining, or heavy industrial environments

• Proven experience maintaining HV, MV, and LV electrical systems and associated equipment

• Hands-on experience with substations, transformers, switchgear, and power distribution systems

• Strong understanding of HSSE requirements and safe systems of work

• Experience working under Permit to Work (PTW) and LOTO systems

• Ability to diagnose electrical faults and implement effective corrective actions

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams

• Well-developed time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Competent in the use of maintenance management systems such as SAP PM or similar CMMS

• Willingness to mentor and support the development of local tradesmen
  

What We Can Offer You:

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits

• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues

• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

Please forward applications before: [28-feb-2026]

We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.