Power Station Operator (Gas + Diesel)

Power Station Operator (Gas + Diesel)

Wood Recruitment | Gold Coast City, Queensland, AU

Posted 6 days ago

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Description

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


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