Introduction

Our client is seeking an experienced Drill Rig Electrician to join their operations at Granny Smith, Western Australia, on a 2:2 roster. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems on VR-330 drilling rigs, including instrumentation, control systems and electro-hydraulic equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled electrician with strong fault-finding capabilities.

What are you going to do 

  • Perform preventative and corrective electrical maintenance across the VR-330 drilling rig and associated equipment.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical faults across rig control systems and electrical components.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot electric-over-hydraulic control systems.
  • Inspect, test and maintain wiring, electrical circuits, control panels, sensors and instrumentation.
  • Troubleshoot programmable microprocessor controls and operator interface systems.
  • Maintain electrical systems associated with the driller's cabin and remote operating controls.
  • Assist with fault finding across hydraulic control interfaces, proportional controls and associated electrical components.
  • Maintain electrical systems associated with drilling functions, including rotary, thrust/pullback, pipe handling and hydraulic power units.
  • Inspect and maintain auxiliary electrical equipment, lighting, power outlets and associated installations.
  • Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
  • Carry out electrical testing, inspections and preventative maintenance in accordance with relevant standards and

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Australian recognised Electrical Trade Qualification
  • Current WA Unrestricted Electrical Licence
  • Previous experience maintaining electrical systems on drilling rigs, heavy mobile equipment or industrial machinery
  • Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities
  • Experience with electrical control systems and electro-hydraulic equipment
  • Understanding of PLCs, microprocessor controls and operator interfaces
  • Experience with sensors, switches, instrumentation and control circuits
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Experience working with diesel-powered hydraulic equipment
  • Understanding of electrical isolation, lock-out/tag-out and permit-to-work systems
  • Ability to work independently in remote operational environments

Desirable Experience

  • Previous experience working on VR-330 drilling rigs
  • Experience with land-based drilling, directional drilling or well servicing equipment
  • Exposure to Caterpillar diesel-powered hydraulic power units
  • Experience with Sauer-Danfoss hydraulic control systems or similar
  • Experience with electric-over-hydraulic control systems
  • Experience troubleshooting proportional controls and microprocessor-based systems
  • Previous FIFO experience within the WA mining or oil and gas sectors

What we offer 

  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact. Jason on 0447 369 881 or j.mulenga@brunel.net

Closing: 09 December 2026

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Project discussion with our customer

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