Electrical Maintainer (HV)

Electrical Maintainer (HV) 
 
Employer: Rio Tinto / Boyne Smelters Limited
Location: Boyne Island, Gladstone QLD
Roster: 9-day fortnight, day shift
Hourly Rate:  $69–$78 per hour plus super
Duration: 4 months Contract (Till April 2026)
Commencement: Immediate start
 
About the Role

Our Client, Rio Tinto is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintainer to join the Boyne Smelters team. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining high-voltage electrical infrastructure (up to 275kV) to ensure safe and reliable operations at Australia’s second-largest aluminium smelter. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a world-class industrial environment that values safety, innovation, and sustainability.
 
What We’re Looking For

• Valid Australian A-Grade Electrical Licence
• HV Isolation & Access (HVIA) certification
• Proven experience in high-voltage maintenance (up to 275kV)
• Strong understanding of HV safety standards and procedures
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical faults
• Experience in heavy industry (aluminium, mining, or similar)

 
Eligibility

This is a residential role. Only candidates with full working rights in Australia and currently residing in Gladstone / Boyne Island or nearby should apply.
 
Why Join Us?

Boyne Smelters is a cornerstone of Gladstone’s economy and a leader in aluminium production, actively investing in renewable energy and future sustainability. This is your chance to work with a global leader and grow your career in a supportive, safety-focused environment.
 
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
 
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

Apply Now to become part of a team powering the future sustainably!