Communication Technician

Norton Gold Fields Limited; Kalgoorlie; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential allowance

Site allowance

Family private health insurance

Death/TPD coverage

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Norton Gold Fields Limited is seeking a Communications Technician at Binduli to deliver, support and maintain mining communication systems across our open pit operations. Working closely with the Mining Systems Supervisor, you will keep our people connected and our operation running safely and efficiently.

Install and maintain DMR/TETRA, LTE/5G, CCTV, Wi‑Fi, FMS hardware and backhaul systems while supporting portable trailers and telemetry.

Qualifications

• Essential: trade qualification or equivalent practical experience in communications/electronics/electro-technology.
• Essential: WA Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Desirable: Restricted Electrical Licence and Cabler Registration.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain communication infrastructure (DMR/TETRA, LTE/5G, Wi‑Fi, microwave, two-way radios).
• Support and troubleshoot the Fleet Management System and GPS reporting on surface mining equipment.
• Maintain AHS communication hardware including module changes and cabling repairs.
• Install and troubleshoot CCTV systems across pits and facilities.
• Deploy portable trailers/skids with solar arrays and telemetry systems.
• Respond to outages with root cause analysis and maintain records of works.

Skills

Safety mindset

Self-motivated

Physical fitness

Education

Trade qualification in communications/electronics/electro-technology

WA Class C Driver’s Licence

Restricted Electrical Licence

Registered Cabler Licence

Tools

DMR/TETRA

LTE/5G

Wi‑Fi mesh

Two-way radio systems

FMS hardware

IP networking

Job description

WORK SITE: Binduli

ROSTER: 8:6 day shift only – 11hrs (Residential or FIFO)

PACKAGE: Salary + Performance Bonus + Residential Allowance + Site Allowance + Family Private Health Insurance or Allowance + Death and TPD Coverage or Allowance + Mental Health Programs + Gym Membership Discount + Other Benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Communication Technician at Norton Gold Fields, you will be responsible for the delivery, support and maintenance of mining communication systems, operational technologies and infrastructure across our open pit operations. Working closely with the Mining Systems Supervisor, you will keep our people connected and our operation running safely and efficiently.

• Install, configure and maintain communication infrastructure including DMR/TETRA, LTE/5G, Wi-Fi mesh, microwave links and two-way radio systems across the fleet and site.
• Support the Fleet Management System (FMS) across surface mining equipment, conducting installation, testing and troubleshooting to maintain reliable GPS, network and data reporting.
• Maintain and support AHS communication hardware fitted to mobile mining equipment, including module changeouts, antenna replacements, cabling repairs and post-maintenance checks.
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot CCTV systems including fixed IP cameras and PTZ units across pits, workshops, plants and remote locations.
• Deploy, maintain and troubleshoot portable communication trailers and skids, including solar arrays, battery banks, repeaters and telemetry systems.
• Respond to communication outages, conduct root cause analysis and maintain accurate records of all works completed, faults identified and follow-up actions required.

ABOUT YOU

• Trade qualification in communications, electronics or electro-technology, or equivalent practical experience (Essential)
• Current WA Class “C” Driver’s Licence (Essential)
• Restricted Electrical Licence and Registered Cabler Licence (Desirable)
• Exposure to AHS communication infrastructure or autonomous mining technologies (Desirable)
• Physically fit, self-motivated and able to work safely in a dusty, outdoor mining environment with minimal supervision
• Experience with the following:
  • Mining communication systems and field-based technologies
  • Two-way radio systems, FMS hardware, IP networking, Wi-Fi, LTE/5G and backhaul technologies
  • Supporting communications and operational technology systems for mining or heavy industry

BENEFITS

• Permanent full-time role with an immediate start.
• Excellent remuneration package with additional allowances.
• Receive a $12k residential allowance per annum, if you are residential and not FIFO.
• Receive up to $5k site allowance per annum, depending on your site location.
• Receive up to 10% short-term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary.
• A fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover.
• A fully covered Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance or allowance up to $2.4k.
• Pro-rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service.
• Work with a team that prioritises safety while ensuring you achieve your best output.
• A clear career path with training and development opportunities.

EMPLOYER QUESTIONS

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years’ experience do you have as a Communications Technician?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have mine site experience?
• Do you have Australian Cabler’s Registration?
• Are you licenced to drive a manual vehicle?
• What’s your expected annual base salary?
• Have you completed a qualification in communications?