Power Station Operator (Gas + Diesel)

Wood Recruitment · Perth WA 6000 · Full time
+60d ago

Power Station Operator (Gas + Diesel)

Wood Recruitment
Perth WA 6000

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Full time

~$80k - $100k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Operate and monitor gas and diesel generation systems
  • Perform routine maintenance and fault finding
  • Ensure safety compliance and support installation of additional capacity

Our client is seeking an experienced Power Station Operator to join their team on a 2:2 FIFO roster at the Lakeway Potash Project in Wiluna. This is a full-time, permanent role suited to a self-motivated operator who can work autonomously while maintaining safe and reliable power generation.

You will be responsible for operating and maintaining a 10MW gas-fired power station, with diesel generation being introduced as part of ongoing site expansion. Reporting to senior leadership, you will play a key role in ensuring consistent site power supply.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Operating and monitoring gas and diesel generation systems
  • Performing routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs
  • Conducting electrical and mechanical fault finding
  • Adjusting output to meet load demands
  • Maintaining accurate logs and using maintenance systems
  • Ensuring safety compliance and general site upkeep
  • Supporting installation and commissioning of additional capacity

What you’ll need:

  • Experience with gas and diesel power generation, ideally Cummins
  • Trade-qualified Electrician with mechanical aptitude
  • Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
  • Understanding of power generation and load management
  • Experience with maintenance systems and control systems
  • Current driver’s licence, first aid, HV switching and LV rescue
  • Ability to work independently in a remote FIFO environment

What’s in it for you:

  • 2:2 FIFO roster
  • Full-time, permanent opportunity
  • Work across both gas and diesel generation
  • Stable, long-term project

How to apply:

To complete your application for this position please click on the "APPLY" button. Online applications are preferred however for a confidential enquiry please call 08 9221 8122.

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Skills

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Control systemsDiesel power generationDrivers licenceElectrical skillsFault-findingFirst aidGas power generationHv switchingIndependent workingInstallation and commissioningLoad managementLog keepingLv rescueMaintenance systemsMechanical aptitudePower managementRemote workSafety complianceTroubleshooting

Perks & benefits

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2:2 fifo rosterFull-time, permanent opportunityStable, long-term project

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