Technician - Field Support

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 excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Field Support Technician to join the Orica East Coast Metals Maintenance Team, supporting quarry operations based in Railton, Tasmania.

This role would suit an experienced Heavy Vehicle or Diesel Mechanic who enjoys a hands-on, field-based position providing maintenance and technical support to both mobile and fixed plant equipment.

Reporting to the Asset Supervisor, you will play a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency across multiple Orica sites. At Orica, we actively support career development and provide access to training and resources for technicians who wish to progress into supervisory or management roles.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a stable, long-term career with a global market leader offering strong employment conditions, structured development, and rewarding work.

What you will be doing

• Service, repair, and maintain mobile and fixed plant equipment.
• Travel between allocated sites for planned and breakdown maintenance.
• Provide technical advice and support to site teams.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support audits, compliance, and safety systems.
• Use Orica asset management and maintenance systems.

What you will bring

• Electrical or Mechanical trade qualification (essential);
• Dual trade with Auto-Electrical capability (desirable);
• 3+ years post-trade experience in a similar role within heavy industry, mining, or quarry environments;
• Experience working with mobile plant, fixed plant, or heavy equipment;
• Exposure to work permits, safety systems, and compliance requirements;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in the field;
• A Heavy Rigid licence (advantageous but not essential);
• Trainer and Assessor Certificate (desirable).

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.