Introduction

Brunel Australasia are currently seeking Rig Electricians to work in QLD and SA. These are FIFO roles based out of Brisbane commencing in the New Year!

This is an exciting opportunity to enter the oil and gas drilling industry with a major international company!

What are you going to do 

This will be a contract based role for upcoming drilling activity commencing immediately. An exciting opportunity to join a major international drilling company. Seeking Candidates ideally based in South East Queensland for work in the Surat Basin.

The Rig Electrician is responsible for the preventive, routine and non-routine maintenance of the land drilling rigs and for the repair of electrical systems for all drilling related equipment of the rigs.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Applicants must hold a valid Electrical Journeyman’s certification or country specific equivalent
  • Experience working with AC Variable Frequency Drives, SCR drives, Generator Controls, RAPAD rigs, and Programmable Logic Controllers(PLC)
  • Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Open, manual Driver’s License
  • Electrical Licence – State Required
  • Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas(EEHA)
  • Electrical Trade Certificates
  • First Aid /CPR
  • DCGI /ISI
  • 4x4 Operate Vehicles in the Field
  • Breathing Apparatus
  • Confined Space Training
  • Gas Testing and Monitoring
  • Working At Heights
  • Wellsite Permit to Work
  • Low Voltage Rescue

What we offer 

  • 6 -12 Month contract
  • Great Culture | Safety Focused | Professional Team
  • Accommodation and meals provided
  • 3 Week even time roster (12hr days)
  • $900/day (guide) Incl Super)