Lead critical electrical upgrade works in a live brownfield mining environment

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering and construction

Be part of a safety-first culture focused on innovation, quality, and compliance

About the Client:

Rio Tinto Operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets. These assets include a world-class, integrated network of 15 iron ore mines, four port facilities, a 1,700-kilometre rail network and related infrastructure. Rio Tinto are expanding operations in the Pilbara to epic proportions while introducing next generation technologies to deliver greater efficiency, lower production costs and improved health, safety, and environmental performance.

About the Role:

WorkPac is currently in search of an Electrical Delivery Lead to join our esteemed client's team, based on in Perth. This position is Monday to Friday, Perth based with some Ad-hoc travel to site.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead safe and efficient delivery of electrical projects in a live plant environment

Manage project works during both normal operations and shutdowns

Oversee commissioning, approvals, and handover processes

Coordinate with engineering, safety, procurement, and contractor teams

Ensure compliance with Rio Tinto safety standards and procedures

Manage budgets, forecasts, and contract deliverables

Provide regular progress updates and reporting to stakeholders

Contribute to continuous improvement and share lessons learned

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (essential)

Previous experience delivering brownfield projects on operational mine sites

Strong technical knowledge in electrical project execution within the resources sector

Proven ability to manage full project lifecycle – from design to commissioning

Experience overseeing shutdown work in high-risk environments

Skilled in budgeting, cost control, and contract management

Current C Class Driver’s Licence

About WorkPac

WorkPac is Australia’s largest privately owned workforce services business with over 1.3 million registered candidates. We offer tailored solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across Mining, Construction, Healthcare and more. Our consistent promise to both candidates and clients is that choosing WorkPac is always a ‘Good Move’.

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button or for more information please contact:

WorkPac Principal Consultant: Ryan O’Connor on (08) 6462 1171 or [email protected] quoting the below reference number.

Job Reference Number: 7469J20256542

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