Operational Technology (OT) Field Specialist

SRG Global; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mobile phone and laptop

Professional development and career‑op

Novated leasing options

Job summary

SRG Global is recruiting an Operational Technology (OT) Field Specialist to deploy, support and improve digital technologies across mining services. Based from Subiaco Head Office, the role involves regular travel to project sites nationwide, with roughly half the time on site and half at the office.

You will configure GPS systems, support Orbix software, deliver training and troubleshoot field hardware. Ideal candidates have hands-on GPS and mining industry experience, strong communication

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with High Precision GPS (HPGPS), machine guidance or positioning systems within mining, civil or related industries.
• Previous experience within the drilling, blasting, explosives or mining industries.
• Qualifications in Surveying, Mining Engineering, Geospatial Sciences, Information Technology or a related discipline (desirable).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Advanced computer literacy including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel.
• Well‑developed troubleshooting and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• A passion for technology and continuous improvement.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• A willingness to travel regularly to operational sites throughout Australia.

Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy and support high precision GPS systems across SRG Global’s national drill rig fleet.
• Support the deployment, configuration and ongoing optimisation of Orbix and associated digital technologies across operational projects.
• Conduct functional testing, validation and field verification of new and enhanced Orbix software features.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for digital systems, GPS technologies, communications infrastructure and field hardware.
• Deliver training and ongoing support to operational personnel and customers to maximise system adoption and utilisation.
• Conduct audits of Orbix, mobile applications, GPS systems and associated digital platforms to ensure compliance with company standards and operational best practice.
• Manage ACMA radio communications licensing and associated compliance requirements.
• Engage with operational teams and customers to identify opportunities for continuous improvement across SRG Global Mining’s digital technology platforms.

Skills

HPGPS experience

Machine guidance

Geospatial positioning

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Surveying / Mining Engineering / Geospatial Sciences / IT related discipline

Tools

Orbix

Microsoft Office

MS Excel

Job description

Operational Technology (OT) Field Specialist

SRG Global is an ASX listed diversified infrastructure services company that was born out of Australia's greatest engineering challenge, the Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme, in 1961.

The Role

SRG Global is seeking an Operational Technology (OT) Field Specialist to join our Mining Services Division, based from our Subiaco Head Office.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the deployment, support and continuous improvement of SRG Global's digital technologies across our national drilling, blasting and geotechnical operations. Working closely with operational teams, customers, OEMs and engineering specialists, you’ll help maximise the value of our digital platforms, high precision GPS systems and operational technologies to improve safety, productivity and operational performance.

This is a field-focused position requiring regular travel to project sites throughout Australia, with approximately 50% of your time spent on site and 50% based from our Subiaco Head Office. You’ll work directly alongside operational personnel, providing technical support, configuring and maintaining digital technologies, delivering training, troubleshooting technical issues and helping ensure our systems are being effectively utilised across the business.

If you enjoy combining technology with hands‑on field engagement, solving technical challenges and working directly with operational teams to improve the way work is performed, this is an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding career within a growing Engineering & Digital Automation team.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy and support high precision GPS systems across SRG Global’s national drill rig fleet.
• Support the deployment, configuration and ongoing optimisation of Orbix and associated digital technologies across operational projects.
• Conduct functional testing, validation and field verification of new and enhanced Orbix software features.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for digital systems, GPS technologies, communications infrastructure and field hardware.
• Deliver training and ongoing support to operational personnel and customers to maximise system adoption and utilisation.
• Conduct audits of Orbix, mobile applications, GPS systems and associated digital platforms to ensure compliance with company standards and operational best practice.
• Manage ACMA radio communications licensing and associated compliance requirements.
• Engage with operational teams and customers to identify opportunities for continuous improvement across SRG Global Mining’s digital technology platforms.

The successful applicant will ideally have

• Demonstrated experience with High Precision GPS (HPGPS), machine guidance or positioning systems within mining, civil or related industries.
• Previous experience within the drilling, blasting, explosives or mining industries.
• Qualifications in Surveying, Mining Engineering, Geospatial Sciences, Information Technology or a related discipline (desirable).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Advanced computer literacy including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel.
• Well‑developed troubleshooting and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• A passion for technology and continuous improvement.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• A willingness to travel regularly to operational sites throughout Australia.

About Us

SRG Global is a diversified industrial services company. We bring an engineering mindset to deliver critical services for major industry through our asset maintenance, mining services, engineering, and construction businesses to solve complex problems across the entire asset lifecycle.

We Offer

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Corporate discounts for travel and health insurance.
• Novated leasing options.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.

SRG Global are dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.