Control Systems 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

What you will be doing

• Maintain and support site DCS, PLC and Safety Instrumented Systems, ensuring safe and reliable plant operation;
• Troubleshoot control system issues and provide practical technical solutions to minimise operational disruption;
• Manage system changes, upgrades and lifecycle requirements in line with Management of Change processes;
• Maintain Operational Technology documentation, including control logic, system architecture, backups and restoration procedures;
• Support process historians, alarm management systems and other critical Operational Technology platforms;
• Contribute to HAZOP, CHAZOP and LOPA activities, as well as control system commissioning and improvement projects.

What you will bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Process Control or Mechatronics Engineering;
• Practical experience working with industrial control systems in manufacturing, processing, production or a similar operational environment;
• Knowledge of DCS, PLC, safety systems and process control strategies, with strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capability;
• Experience with platforms such as Honeywell Experion PKS, Yokogawa, Siemens, Triconex/Trident or Rockwell will be highly regarded;
• Exposure to Operational Technology systems such as process historians, alarm management, virtualised environments or OT security is advantageous;
• Strong problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across operations, maintenance and engineering teams.

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.