CHPP Maintenance Technician - Electrical

Apply Job no: 9EBMX Category: Mining, Resources & Energy Permanent full-time role working dayshift Mon-Thurs, Tues-Fri Lead and support equipment reliability and maintenance planning Mining consent until 2039 Bengalla Mining Company is a joint venture with a strong track record of achievement. Our focus is on maintaining strong safety, productivity, and profitability results. We have a collaborative team culture and a highly professional and rewarding work environment. Operational since 1999, Bengalla is in Muswellbrook in the Hunter Valley, and supplies international markets. Current production approvals for 15 Mtpa. Bengalla is an open cut coal mine offering a residential lifestyle. The development consent for the operation provides the ability to mine through to 2039. We pride ourselves on the professionalism with which we pursue our goals and our strong links into our community. The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced CHPP Maintenance Technician - Equipment Inspector (Electrical) to help drive the reliability and performance of our Coal Handling and Preparation Plant (CHPP). Working closely with maintenance, planning and engineering teams, you'll inspect electrical and instrumentation assets, develop work scopes and ensure maintenance activities are planned and delivered safely and efficiently. Responsibilities Inspect electrical and instrumentation assets and identify defects. Develop work scopes from inspections, condition monitoring and engineering recommendations. Ensure maintenance work is planned, documented and ready for execution. Support shutdown planning, scheduling and work coordination. Provide technical support for repairs, modification and reliability improvements. Review completed work to ensure it meets site standards. Assist with risk assessments, root cause analysis (RCA) investigation and continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare change management documentation and materials requests. Work closely with engineering teams, contractors and suppliers to improve plant reliability. Provide support across other equipment inspector roles when required. Qualifications and experience Electrical trade qualification. CHPP and/or infrastructure maintenance experience. Experience preparing work scopes and supporting maintenance planning. Experience using CMMS systems (Pulse or similar). Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards. Strong planning, organisation and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Office. The ability to work independently and build strong working relationships. A strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement. What we offer Bengalla values its people and their contribution to the operation. Our well-established employee benefits program offers choice and flexibility to enhance the lifestyle and wellbeing of our team. With benefits including subsidised health insurance, salary packaging, self-education assistance, salary continuance and gym memberships we make the health, safety, and well-being of our people our absolute priority. This is a great opportunity to join the professional and friendly team at Company name and opportunities such as this are few within the region. Note: Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia and recognised qualifications will be considered for this position (qualification must be recognised by Engineers Australia). Published on 30 Jun 2026, 1:19 AM