Specialist - Network Operations Engineer

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

Orica is looking for a talented Network Operations Engineer to join our dynamic global IT team. This hybrid role, based in Hyderabad, offers the opportunity to work at the heart of a global organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you’ll be instrumental in keeping Orica’s worldwide operations connected and running smoothly. You’ll help ensure our network systems are reliable, secure, and efficient — supporting everything from day-to-day business activities to long-term strategic goals.

Your contributions will go beyond technical support. You’ll help improve infrastructure, solve complex challenges, and play a key part in Orica’s digital transformation journey — making a real impact on how our people work and connect across the globe. 

What you will be doing

• Change & Lifecycle Management: Plan and execute infrastructure updates, assess vendor releases, and ensure lifecycle management of network assets.
• Infrastructure Support: Troubleshoot incidents, perform root cause analysis, and maintain operational documentation to support business continuity.
• Vendor Management: Oversee vendor performance, SLAs, and ensure effective delivery of network services.
• Asset & Security Activities: Support licensing compliance, asset inventory accuracy, and drive infrastructure simplification.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Cyber Security, Architecture, and IT Project Management to align strategies and solutions.

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualification in an IT-related discipline
• 3+ years in IT infrastructure roles, with 2+ years in network operations
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Experience supporting global platforms and multi-sourced environments
• Familiarity with technologies such as switching, routing, firewalls, VPNs, VOIP, Cisco ISE, and AIOps
• CCNA or JNCIA certified
• Working knowledge of ITIL and ISO standards

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.