- Support critical communications and wireless networks in surface mining operations.
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot radio and Wi-Fi infrastructure.
- Provide hands-on first-level support for technology hardware.
Mine Technology & Communications Technician 6-Month Contract | Surface Mining | 8/6 Roster
Your new company
Hays is partnering with a leading organisation within the mining and resources sector to recruit an experienced Mine Technology & Communications Technician for an initial 6-month contract.
This is a site-based role working on an 8/6 roster, supporting critical communications, wireless networks and operational technology infrastructure across surface mining operations.
Your new role
Reporting to the Mine Technology Lead, you will provide hands-on installation, support, maintenance and troubleshooting across mine site technology and communications infrastructure.
Key responsibilities
- Install, maintain and support radio and Wi-Fi infrastructure
- Troubleshoot TETRA Digital and UHF radio systems
- Provide administration and support for the TETRA Digital UHF Radio system
- Maintain reliable wireless network coverage across surface mining operations
- Support Wi-Fi access points and associated communications infrastructure
- Provide hands-on first-level support and maintenance of technology hardware
- Maintain radio fleet maps and program radios for contractors and site personnel
- Monitor telecommunications system performance and identify improvement opportunities
- Troubleshoot connectivity, radio and broader Operational Technology (OT) issues
- Analyse equipment failures and recommend replacement equipment or improvements
- Terminate, test and repair fibre cabling
- Support broader operational technology systems across site as required
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a mining technology, communications or systems role
- Experience working within surface mining operations
- Strong experience with wireless networks and radio systems
- Experience with TETRA Digital and/or UHF radio systems
- Experience installing and troubleshooting Wi-Fi and communications infrastructure
- Exposure to fleet management systems such as Minstar, Modular or Jigsaw
- Fibre cabling, termination and fault-finding experience
- ACMA Open Cabling Registration with relevant fibre, structured cabling and coax endorsements
What you'll get in return
- Initial 6-month contract
- 8/6 roster
- Site-based surface mining role
- Hands-on exposure to radio, wireless, fibre and OT infrastructure
- Work across business-critical mine technology systems
- Varied technical role covering installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and continuous improvement
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Lovlin.Rashmi@Hays.com.au, or call us now.
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