Electrician/Instrumentation Technician

PHE Power and Infrastructure are currently seeking a qualified Electrician or Instrumentation Technician to join our team based at Visy's Pulp and Paper Mill in Tumut.

This role is offered on a permanent basis, predominantly working 14 shifts over a 28-day cycle with an even mix of days and nights. In return, you will be compensated with a competitive salary package and given the opportunity to upskill and do additional training in Instrumentation (if you don’t already have this qualification).

The role is based at Visy's pulp and paper mill in Tumut. Tumut is a town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated 410km southwest of Sydney and 200km from Canberra.

Daily activities include HV, HA, Automation, Minor Projects, and Maintenance activities within the manufacturing plant.  

ABOUT YOU:

• Able to identify and resolve complex problems in a timely manner
• Work well in group problem-solving situations
• Industrial Electrical experience will be highly regarded but not essential 
• Live in or willing to relocate to Tumut Region

The successful candidate will have:

• Trade Certification / AQF Cert Level 3 Electro Tech
• NSW Electrical License
• High-risk work License with WP Class
• Working at Heights 
• Current CPR/LVR 
• Current Unrestricted C Class Driver’s License
• White Construction Card
• Certificate III in Instrumentation (preferable but not essential as training will be provided for the right candidate)
• Confined Space (preferable)

ABOUT US:

PHE has 50 years’ history providing safe, rewarding, long-term employment in regional areas. We are highly experienced in industrial electrical and instrumentation installations and operational support services to clients throughout Australia in a range of industries including:

• Hydropower generation
• Remote gas power generations plants
• Pulp and paper manufacturing
• Timber processing industries
• Mining
• High Voltage
• Engineering

Major projects we have been involved in: 

• Tumut 3 Power Station Controls & Protection Upgrade
• Murray 1 & 2 Unit Secondary Systems Upgrades
• Tumut 1 & Tumut 2 Power Station Transformer and Line Protection Upgrades
• Tumut 1 Power Station – Full Light and Power Upgrade
• Murray 1 & Tumut 1 Power Station – Safe Earthing Upgrades
• Murray 1 Power Station Technology Upgrade
• Guthega Power Station Controls and Protection Upgrade
• Jindabyne Pumping Station Controls and Protection Upgrade

Head to the following link for more information on the projects we have worked on - Projects - PHE

THE LOCATION:

PHE is seeking an expression of interest for a long-term role within the Tumut area. To be considered for this role, you must reside in, or be willing to relocate to the Tumut Region.

Tumut is in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains; Tumut Region is picturesque in every season. Crisp, cold mountain air in winter, lush and green in spring, cool, clean waterways in summer and of course, the blaze of colour in autumn.

There’s plenty to do in the Tumut Region. Whether you prefer high energy or low-key leisure activities, there's something to suit every taste.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We offer our employees a safe, efficient, and rewarding work environment that promotes personal and professional growth.

We believe in encouraging people to be the best they can be through a:

• Training in Instrumentation provided
• A great team culture.
• A commitment to safety.
• An opportunity to pursue your career goals.
• Regular weekday and weekend overtime available.

Please note: You must have the right to live and work permanently in Australia

PHE conducts pre-employment medical, Drug and Alcohol testing and a National Police Check prior to employment.