Electrical · Skilled
Shutdown Electrician
Completes tightly sequenced electrical inspection, repair, installation and testing work during planned plant outages.
Indicative 2026 pay$140k–$200kAnnual gross, generally before super
Common roster contextCampaign-based work, commonly 12-hour day or night shifts across a defined outage.
Work environmentsProcessing shutdowns · Port outages · Construction projects · Brownfield upgrades
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
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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?
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Which roster, shift length and point of hire does the offer assume?
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How are overtime, nights, public holidays, allowances, bonus and travel treated?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Progression depends on demonstrated competence, vacancies, performance, qualifications and any appointment requirements. It is not automatic.
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining market guides, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Last reviewed 17 September 2026.