Leads a defined crew or work front, translating the plan into safe, controlled execution while managing people, interfaces and changing conditions.
Related role band: $150k–$210kElectrical · Skilled
Shutdown Electrician
Completes tightly sequenced electrical inspection, repair, installation and testing work during planned plant outages.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$140k–$200kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextCampaign-based work, commonly 12-hour day or night shifts across a defined outage.
Typical work settingShort outage campaigns, mill relines
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
- $78–$88/hr
- Night / campaign
- $93.6–$105/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.
Completes tightly sequenced electrical inspection, repair, installation and testing work during planned plant outages. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
- 01
Review drawings and work packs
- 02
Complete isolations within site authority
- 03
Remove, install and repair equipment
- 04
Test and verify completed work
- 05
Coordinate access with other trades
- 06
Close quality records and hand over scope
The assets
Equipment and systems
- 01
Motors and cables
- 02
Switchboards and breakers
- 03
Lighting and small power
- 04
Conveyors and materials handling
- 05
Electrical test instruments
- 06
Access equipment
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
- 01
Recognised electrical trade qualification
- 02
Current jurisdictional electrical licence
- 03
Construction induction where applicable
- 04
Assignment-specific access, rescue and work-front tickets
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
- 01
Outage and asset context
- 02
Work pack and drawings used
- 03
Tests and quality records completed
- 04
Schedule constraints and accountable supervisor
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
- 01
Build industrial electrical experience
- 02
Learn shutdown work packs and permit systems
- 03
Complete genuine assignment prerequisites
- 04
Develop a record of safe, on-time handovers
Earning context
What tends to move pay
- 01
Day or night shift
- 02
Casual loading and overtime structure
- 03
Campaign length and utilisation
- 04
Travel, mobilisation and allowances
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.
Leads licensed electrical work, schedules a crew and checks that access, testing and handover meet site requirements.
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Related role band: $145k–$210kBuilds executable maintenance work packs for a bounded outage, including scope, labour, materials and critical interfaces.
Related role band: $130k–$180kProgression 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.