Introduction

Seeking experienced HV Commissioning Electricians for mining decarbonisation projects. Responsible for HV testing, commissioning, fault-finding, energisation, and switching activities across critical infrastructure projects within a safety-focused team environment.

What are you going to do 

  • Perform commissioning, testing, and energisation of HV systems including switchgear, transformers, protection relays, and control systems
  • Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, and secondary injection testing
  • Test and fault-find LV systems
  • Commission control systems and carry out instrument calibration
  • Interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and commissioning procedures
  • Identify, diagnose, and resolve electrical faults and non-conformances
  • Prepare and execute HV switching activities and switching programs
  • Complete commissioning documentation and maintain accurate test records
  • Coordinate commissioning activities with engineers, package managers, and operations personnel
  • Ensure all work is completed in accordance with site safety requirements, project specifications, and relevant Australian Standards

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • WA Electrical Licence (or equivalent)
  • HV Switching Operator Certification
  • Demonstrated experience in HV installation and commissioning
  • Strong understanding of protection and control systems
  • Experience with HV/LV testing, fault-finding, and energisation
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics and single-line diagrams
  • Current CPR/LVR and White Card
  • Valid Driver's Licence
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Commitment to safety and compliance standards
  • Experience within mining, renewable energy, or HV infrastructure projects (desirable)
  • Exposure to HV switching, commissioning documentation, or permitting systems (desirable)
  • Knowledge of SCADA and protection relay systems including SEL, Schneider, or Siemens (desirable)
  • Knowledge of WA Mines Safety & Inspection Regulations and HV legislation (desirable)

What we offer

  • 2/1 Roster, FIFO from Perth
  • 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 r.clifton-james@brunel.net

Closing: 17 June 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-287134

RC

Corporate recruiter

Richard Clifton-James

+61 8 9429 5610

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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