Senior Technician - Geosolutions

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

We are extremely excited to announce that we are on the lookout for a dedicated Team/Technical lead to be based at our

GroundProbe regional office in Botswana.

The Technical Team Lead will be part of an agile Field Services & Technical Support team, directly managing resources based in the

Northern Cape servicing the Kumba mines, Gamsberg mine and the Hotazel mines SLA and contracts.  

Additionally, the successful candidate will provide administrative support including ERP Services like

Timesheets, expenses, Work Orders, Maintenance Requests approval, Red File/safety platforms like Passport360,

technical and team leadership through coaching and mentorship to all inside NC region and will report to the Services and Operations Coordinator.

What you will be doing

Creating an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture;

• Setting clear team goals;

• Delegating tasks and setting deadlines and overseeing day-to-day operation;

• Monitoring team performance and report on metrics;

• Motivating team members, identifying training needs, and providing coaching;

• Addressing team members' feedback and resolving issues or conflicts;

• Recognising high performance and rewarding accomplishments;

Suggesting and organising team building activities

What you will bring

• Leadership, communication, negotiating and Organizational skills;

• In-depth knowledge of performance metrics;

• Good PC skills, especially MS Excel; ERP

• Organizational, time-management and Decision-making skills;

• Mechanical, Electrical or Auto-electrical Trade Test.

Your qualifications

• Minimum N3 in Engineering studies or Trade Test Diploma in Engineering

• Qualifications in People or Supervisory Management training in team leading is a plus;

• At least Five years of Technical Specialist field experience;

• Skills level progressed to L3 or higher;

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility

* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character

      
* Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills

* Self-aware and open to feedback 

* Work effectively across business unit

* High level decision making ability

* Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently 
 

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.