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 absolutely delighted to announce that we have a new opportunity for a Field Support Technician to join Orica Asset Team in Townsville.  Reporting to the Orica Asset Supervisor, the Field Support Technician will provide maintenance and technical support to Mobile and Fixed Plant Process Equipment for the North Queensland Region.
The role will operate on 5 days on, 2 days off.  A work vehicle and all tools are supplied.  
At Orica we encourage genuine career development amongst our people and can guarantee training and resources for our Field Support Technician if they wish to expand their careers into supervisory and or management positions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled candidate. 

What you will be doing

• Routine servicing and repairs to site-based mobile and fixed plant process equipment;
• Transitioning between allocated Orica sites for preventive maintenance, and breakdown support;
• Providing maintenance advice to site-based team leaders and managers; 
• Monitoring and reporting equipment failures and identifying opportunities for improvement;
• Auditing and making recommendations of site-based critical spares; and
• Use Orica IT systems relating to asset management, 4S-SWM, EPDM, IBM Lotus Notes, and outlook. 

What you will bring

• Electrical or Mechanical trade qualification is essential; 
• Auto Electrical or Hydraulic experience is desirable; 
• Experience with PLC/Can bus computer systems is desirable; 
• Experience with Explosive Mobile Manufacturing Systems is desirable; 
• Post-trade experience in a similar role within heavy industry or the mining sector would be highly regarded; 
• Heavy Rigid driving license is advantageous but not essential; and
• Previous exposure to work permits would be highly regarded. 

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.