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Operational Technology Technician
Thiess
Global mining services provider specializing in open-cut and underground mining operations.
Maintain & install OT/FMS tech, networks, solar, GPS, radios & cameras on site.
8 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
Onsite
Company Size
8,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Mining Services
Engineering
Project Management
Construction Services
Asset Management
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Mining
Mine Engineering
Drill and Blast
Rehabilitation
Asset Management
Autonomous Mining Services
Mine Closure
Infrastructure Removal
+15 more
Role
Description
digital radio
gps systems
wireless network
camera systems
system upgrades
solar storage
Build close working relationships with equipment OEMs, Ivolve, CAT, Liebherr etc
Maintain site documentation for OT systems
Carry out inspections and repairs during machine overhauls
Monitor and Maintain site digital radio network
Monitor and maintain site GPS systems for mobile plant
Terrain drill profiling data capture with GPS correction
Monitor and maintain site wireless network
Video Cameras monitoring the open cut operations
Work with Planning team to ensure site resources are efficient and effective
Assist with installations on new machines
Perform system upgrades as required
Monitor and maintain site camera systems
Attend to OT system breakdowns / outages
Assist IT system owners as required
Monitor and maintain Solar and Battery storage management systems
Requirements
auto electrician
open cabling
fleet management
damm
sepura
trimble gps
Auto electrician and Open cabling licence
Ideally you will have a trade qualification in:
Fleet Management Systems – ie Ivolve Mine 4D, Modular, Hexagon etc
DAMM and Sepura digital radio infrastructure
Trimble GPS systems
Electrical, with experience in the above areas, and Open cabling licence
Electronics and Communications and hold an Open cabling licence.
Benefits
Permanent full-time positions
Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
80 Years
History of Expertise
The company has accumulated extensive experience and knowledge over decades of operation.
A global leader in mining services, specializing in both open-cut and underground mining operations.
Involved in some of the world’s largest mining projects, providing integrated services from mine development through to operations and rehabilitation.
Expanded globally from its origins in Australia, with a strong presence in regions like Asia, Africa, and South America.
Known for its technical expertise, equipment fleet, and its commitment to delivering projects safely and efficiently.
Works across diverse sectors, including mining, infrastructure, and energy, delivering a wide range of services tailored to each project's needs.
Notable projects include major coal mining operations in Queensland and large-scale infrastructure works in remote areas.
Has adapted to changing market conditions and continuously evolved to maintain its leadership in the industry.
Culture + Values
Discover: Always striving to be better and do better
Accountable: Committed to our promise of performance
Respectful: Thriving through honesty and encouragement
Empowered: Driving change through new ways of working
Environment + Sustainability
85% Vehicles
Hybrid and Electric Fleet
A target to transition 85% of operated light vehicles to hybrid or battery electric by 2030.
25% Emissions
Scope 3 Emissions Reduction
A commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions (related to diesel combustion in the fleet) by 25% by 2035.
21% Reduction
Scope 1 Emissions
Achieved a 21% reduction in Scope 1 emissions in 2023.
>600 ha
Land Rehabilitation
Rehabilitated over 600 hectares of land through Thiess Rehabilitation in 2022.
Thermal coal revenue to be less than 25% by 2027 (on track for 2025)
First Biodiversity Standard in 2022 (no operations within World Heritage Areas)
Water reuse and recycling increased twofold, waste-to-landfill reduced by 27% (2022)
3088 ML water reused/recycled in 2023; 632 ha post-mining land rehabilitated
Portfolio diversification: thermal coal <25% by 2027 and <20% by 2030
Inclusion & Diversity
22.7% Growth
Women’s Participation
Significantly increased women’s participation in the workforce in 2022.
7.5% Representation
Indigenous Workforce
Indigenous employment in Australia reached 7.5% in 2022, up from the previous year.
$38.1M Investment
Indigenous Businesses
Allocated $38.1 million towards supporting Indigenous businesses in 2023.
Global D&I vision: "everyone matters always" / "better together"
Governed by global strategy focusing on gender equality, First Nations peoples, cultural diversity, and inclusive culture
Equal opportunities in employment, professional development, and career progression
Workforce goals include representation of women, Indigenous peoples, culturally diverse people, LGBTIQ+ people, and people with disability
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