South Pacific International Container Terminal (SPICT) is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Industrial Electrician to join our Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and automation systems to ensure the safe and efficient operation of container terminal equipment and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on port equipment and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults on motors, drives, PLCs, switchboards, lighting systems, and associated equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot automated equipment, control circuits, and instrumentation systems.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with company procedures and HSSE requirements.
• Participate in equipment breakdown response and emergency call-outs as required.
• Accurately complete maintenance reports, work orders, and inspection records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Trade Certificate in Electrical or equivalent recognized qualification.
• Valid Electrical Licence or relevant certification recognized in Papua New Guinea.
• Minimum three (3) years' post-trade experience in an industrial, manufacturing, mining, utilities, or port operations environment.
• Demonstrated experience in fault finding and repair of industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with PLCs, Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), motor control systems, and industrial automation will be highly regarded.
• Experience working with cranes, conveyors, heavy mobile equipment, or container handling equipment will be an advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Current Class 6 Papua New Guinea Driver's Licence (minimum).
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime when required.
• Ability to respond to operational breakdowns and emergency call-outs outside normal working hours.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with HSSE standards.
• Physically fit and capable of working at heights and in challenging industrial environments.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Computer literacy with experience using maintenance management systems being an advantage.

Desirable Certifications

• First Aid Certificate
• Working at Heights Certification
• Confined Space Entry Certification
• High Voltage Switching or Electrical Authorisation Training
• Occupational Health and Safety Training

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, current CV, copies of qualifications, licences, and relevant certifications to [email protected] by 20th November 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SPICT is an equal opportunity employer and encourages suitably qualified Papua New Guinean nationals to apply.