Auto Electrician
On-sitePort Moresby, National Capital, Papua New Guinea
Job Summary
Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on electrical systems for excavators, cranes, generators, air compressors, and light vehicles. Diagnose and repair faults in charging, starting, and electronic control systems using OBD scan tools and diagnostic software. Respond to equipment breakdowns in workshop and field environments to minimize downtime while maintaining accurate service reports and maintenance records. Mentor PNG National employees through practical skills transfer and on-the-job training to develop local workforce capability. This hands-on role supports mining and civil construction operations across multiple project sites in Port Moresby, requiring a minimum of seven years of experience with heavy mobile equipment. Candidates must hold a Trade Certificate in Automotive Electrical Technology and a current driver's licence.
Required Qualifications
- Trade Certificate in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent
- Vocational or Technical qualification from a recognised institution
- Secondary or Higher Education Certificate
- Relevant Trade Qualification Certificate
- National Certificate (NC II or equivalent) where applicable
- Minimum 7 years' experience as an Auto Electrician
- Strong experience maintaining and repairing electrical systems on heavy mobile equipment
- Experience working on earthmoving equipment, construction plant, trucks and light vehicles
- Proven ability to diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults
- Experience using diagnostic software, OBD scan tools, multi-meters and electrical testing equipment
- Experience maintaining excavators, generators, air compressors and cranes
- Experience working on mobile cranes, truck-mounted cranes or lifting equipment is highly regarded
- Experience with Komatsu, Kubota, Isuzu, Tadano, Grove, Sany or similar equipment is highly regarded
- Current Driver's Licence
- Relevant Trade Qualification
- National Certification where applicable
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
- High commitment to workplace safety
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in remote site environments and roster-based operations
- Ability to work within a multicultural workforce
- Passion for mentoring and developing local employees
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working on mobile cranes, truck-mounted cranes or lifting equipment is highly regarded
- Experience with Komatsu, Kubota, Isuzu, Tadano, Grove, Sany or similar equipment is highly regarded
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