We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrician to join our team in Gladstone. Australia’s largest cement plant, the major assets include a 1.7 million tonne per year capacity clinker kiln, a lime kiln, two cement mills and significant material handling equipment including stacking, reclaiming, product packaging, road and rail dispatch and bulk ship-loading.
Reporting to the Electrical Team Leader, you will be responsible for electrical installations and commissioning, conducting compliance testing and maintaining the electrical systems within plant. This is a day shift position working a 9-day fortnight with overtime requirements.
Your Opportunity
As a day shift electrician, you will be responsible for:
- Maintaining and running electrical systems within the plant
- Completing routine preventive maintenance tasks
- Attending to breakdowns with a good level of fault-finding skills
- Participating in toolbox meetings and pre-start risk assessments
- Working independently and as part of a team
- Following all OHS standards and procedures.
What You’ll Bring
- QLD Electrical Licence
- HV Switching
- Strong maintenance background
- Current CPR / LVR
- High risk and hazardous work licence
- Demonstrated experience using PLC control systems
- Demonstrated experience using variable speed drives
- Demonstrated experience using SAP
- Certificate 3 in Instrumentation (highly regarded)
Why Join Cement Australia?
- Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together.
- Paid Parental Leave: We offer leave options (12 weeks paid maternity leave, 1 week paid paternal leave) to support your family life, ensuring you can cherish special moments with your loved ones.
- Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on technology and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
- Discounted Products: Renovating? DIY’er? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
- Health & Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance (Medibank), and access to our EAP program
Who We Are
Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation’s infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services.
But we’re more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions.
At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future—driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values.
What Else You Need to Know
- References, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
- Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights.
- Please note: Direct applications only—no agency submissions at this time.
Ready to Build Your Future?
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