Electrical & Instrumentation Technician - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity, and environmental change. We are currently seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician remote to join our team. This role is based in Karratha, Western Australia, a key community in the region with a resource focus and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. As an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician remote, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the achievement of defined maintenance quality standards and meeting planned maintenance and operational requirements.

What You'll Do

• Carry out corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Diagnose and repair complex equipment faults and breakdowns.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance and update job status, hours, and technical findings in SAP/CMMS.
• Monitor work progress against plans and report any deviations to the Maintenance Supervisor/Planner.
• Perform commissioning checks in line with guidelines and with the asset owner when required.
• Identify and report recurring failures or downtime trends.
• Support shutdown and turnaround maintenance activities.

Requirements

• WA-recognised Electrical trade qualification and eligibility for an Electrical Licence Certificate IV in Instrumentation (or equivalent).
• EEHA competencies and High Voltage switching training.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in petrochemical, gas processing, oil refining, or similar heavy industry.
• Working knowledge of SAP and basic proficiency in the MS Office suite.
• Good understanding of relevant industry standards, regulations, and environmental practices.
• Fluent English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary work visa holders are not eligible for this role.

Nice to Have

• Experience in renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of automation systems.
• Familiarity with safety management systems.

What We Offer

• $35,000 per annum regional location allowance.
• $1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowance.
• Annual bonus program with a target of one month’s base salary.
• $3,000 per annum electricity/water utility reimbursement.
• Complimentary Karratha housing for the duration of employment.
• 5 weeks of paid annual leave.
• Flights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service period.
• Optional RDO roster (including 16 accrued Rostered Days Off per calendar year).
• Relocation assistance.
• 6 months paid primary parental leave.
• Culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program.
• Salary packaging and active Social Club.