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An EEHA Auditor carries out safety inspections on electrical equipment used in specialist areas such as mining and gas production. You might check that electrical systems meet safety standards for hazardous areas where extra precautions are necessary. EEHA Auditors conduct inspections to make sure equipment and systems meet compliance standards and may issue safety certificates.
EEHA Auditors should be able to follow correct procedures during their work day and have excellent attention to detail. It’s important that you have good communication skills and are able to liaise with people from a range of backgrounds. You’ll need to understand relevant compliance laws and be able to make safety a priority.
There is one course available for people who want to become an EEHA Auditor.
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Level-up your career in the electro-technologies sector with the UEE42622 Certificate IV in Hazardous areas - Electrical. This nationally recognised qualification is for licensed electricians who wish to expand their skillset and work on hazardous worksites. The course has a strong focus on workplace safety, documentation and compliance, but you’ll also gain technical skills for maintaining electrical systems on oil and gas workplaces as well as mining sites that use explosive devices. Enquire now for entry requirements, electro-technologies career competencies, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 7 days.
In Australia, a full time EEHA Auditor generally earns $1,350 per week ($70,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen strong growth in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 4,300 people working in this area in Australia and many of them specialise as an EEHA Auditor. EEHA Auditors may find work in all regions of Australia, particularly in mining and gas producing areas.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as an EEHA Auditor interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Hazardous Areas – Electrical. This course is suitable for licensed electricians and allows you to choose electives to suit your career plans such as coal mining, gas atmospheres, dust atmospheres and pressurisation.
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Here are some potential career pathways within electrical equipment in hazardous areas. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas
EEHA Auditor
$1,350 weekly pay
EEHA Inspector
Electrical Supervisor
$1,875 weekly pay
Research Engineer
$2,300 weekly pay
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