Maintains electrical equipment and the instruments that measure and control pressure, flow, level, temperature and process conditions.
Related role band: $135k–$190kElectrical · Skilled
Fixed-Plant Electrician
Maintains and fault-finds the electrical systems that keep crushers, conveyors, pumps, mills and processing infrastructure operating.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$125k–$175kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextOften 8/6, 7/7 or 2/1; residential and rostered maintenance roles also occur.
Typical work settingProcessing plants, crushers, conveyors
Supplied rate guide · 28 September 2026
Indicative hourly rates.
These day and night / campaign ranges are separate from the annual band. They are broad comparisons, not an offer or an award minimum.
- Day / project
- $65–$85/hr
- Night / campaign
- $75–$98/hr
Check the applicable award or enterprise agreement, paid hours, penalties, allowances and super in the actual offer. Find an agreement ↗
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Maintains and fault-finds the electrical systems that keep crushers, conveyors, pumps, mills and processing infrastructure operating. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
- 01
Diagnose electrical faults
- 02
Maintain motors, starters and distribution equipment
- 03
Test repaired or installed equipment
- 04
Execute planned work orders
- 05
Support isolations and handovers within authority
- 06
Record defects and maintenance history
The assets
Equipment and systems
- 01
Motors and MCCs
- 02
Variable-speed drives
- 03
Switchboards
- 04
Conveyors and crushers
- 05
Pumps and instrumentation interfaces
- 06
Electrical test instruments
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
- 01
Recognised electrical trade qualification
- 02
Current electrical worker licence for the jurisdiction
- 03
Site verification and switching or HV authority where appointed
- 04
Current CPR, low-voltage rescue and task training as required
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
- 01
Assets and voltage levels worked on
- 02
Fault-finding method and test result
- 03
Isolation and permit context
- 04
Work order, quality record and verifiable outcome
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
- 01
Complete the electrical trade and licensing pathway
- 02
Build industrial maintenance experience
- 03
Gain exposure to fixed plant and work management systems
- 04
Develop fault-finding depth on target assets
Earning context
What tends to move pay
- 01
Roster and remote location
- 02
Fixed plant and fault-finding depth
- 03
HV, controls or instrumentation capability
- 04
Permanent, contractor or shutdown employment
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
- 01
Is the quoted figure base salary, total cash or a package including super?
- 02
Which roster, shift length and point of hire does the offer assume?
- 03
How are overtime, nights, public holidays, allowances, bonus and travel treated?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Works on mine power distribution assets, with switching and access limited by licence, appointment, site procedures and demonstrated competence.
Related role band: $145k–$205kLeads licensed electrical work, schedules a crew and checks that access, testing and handover meet site requirements.
Related role band: $155k–$215kTurns maintenance demand into executable work by defining scope, labour, parts, tools, permits, access and quality requirements before scheduling.
Related role band: $120k–$165kProgression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. A related profile is a starting point, not a guarantee of that exact title or scope. Browse all 98 role profiles →
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Some hourly guides were supplied and have not been independently validated role by role; others show selected advertised examples. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 28 September 2026.