- Hands‑on work with heavy mining equipment in a large‑scale open‑cut operation.
- Lifestyle roster (5/4/4/5) supporting a residential life in Mudgee.
- Safety‑first team environment where your skills keep the fleet moving.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and safety‑focused Auto Electrician to join our Wilpinjong mine site. Our Wilpinjong mine is an open-cut mine located 48 kilometres northeast of Mudgee producing a high-quality thermal coal for export and domestic markets.
Reporting to the Senior Maintenance Supervisor, the scope of your role will require you to work within the maintenance team, where you’ll be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing electrical systems on a wide range of heavy mobile equipment used on site
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical systems on heavy mining equipment (e.g., haul trucks, loaders, diggers & auxiliary equipment).
- Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment reliability and compliance.
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair auto‑electrical components including lighting, wiring, starters, alternators, air‑conditioning systems, control modules & associated equipment.
- Work collaboratively with maintenance teams to minimise downtime and improve fleet performance with availability & reliability.
- Maintain accurate service records and follow all site safety procedures and standards.
- Be able to work autonomously & with a team
The lifestyle
This position is offered on a lifestyle roster, 5/4/4/5 (Days & Nights) which lets you take advantage from a residential lifestyle in nearby Mudgee district.
Mudgee offers a rare combination of country charm and modern convenience. Nestled in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, it’s known for its award-winning wineries, vibrant food scene, and strong sense of community.
Peabody Energy also offers the following benefits:
- Reducing tax through salary sacrifice options, including up to 50% of your home loan interest / rent PLUS utilities, such as electricity, water etc;
- Novated vehicle leasing;
- Discounted Private Health;
- Over 2,000 Health and Lifestyle benefits with WHEREFIT;
- An employee recognition program;
- An Employee assistance program for you and your immediate family.
About You
- Trade‑qualified Auto Electrician (Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent).
- Experience working on heavy mobile equipment in mining or civil environments.
- Preferably experience & qualification in air conditioning & refrigerant handling
- Strong diagnostic skills and familiarity with modern electrical systems and mining OEM diagnostic tools.
- Commitment to safety and a proactive approach to hazard identification.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high‑pressure environment.
- Valid driver’s licence; additional tickets (e.g., forklift, EWP) are an advantage.
Desirable Experience
- Open‑cut coal mining experience
- Preferably experience with mobile plant electrical drive systems & fixed plant maintenance activities
- SAP / CMMS experience
About Peabody:
Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.
Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at: Peabody Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)
