Senior Field Technician, Mining Tech & Ops Lead

Orica Limited; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Orica Limited seeks an experienced Senior Field Technician to support AssayTrack systems across Australian surface mining operations. You will work from Perth (Welshpool) with initial workshop emphasis, then transition to site-based field rosters as required, ensuring safe, reliable operations and strong customer interfaces.

You will mobilise, operate and maintain equipment, lead field activities, and provide technical training while upholding safety and compliance standards across diverse

Qualifications

• Current Manual HR Driver’s Licence and Australian Citizenship.
• Experience in surface mining environments with strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Ability to travel extensively and work on remote mine sites.
• Eligible to obtain site inductions, medical clearances, access permits, and radiation-related licences.
• Strong communication, customer engagement, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Flexible to transition from workshop/office-based work to rostered field operations.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in mining operations.
• Experience with mining technology deployment projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, inspect, test and maintain AssayTrack equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Mobilise, operate and support AssayTrack systems at surface mining sites across Australia.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to maximise equipment reliability.
• Lead field activities, coordinate with site stakeholders and ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Conduct quality assurance checks, maintain accurate records and ensure compliance requirements are met.
• Provide technical support, customer training and mentoring while promoting safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Customer engagement

Microsoft Office skills

Ability to travel extensively

Safety compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Orica Limited seeks an experienced Senior Field Technician to support AssayTrack systems across Australian surface mining operations. You will work from Perth (Welshpool) with initial workshop emphasis, then transition to site-based field rosters as required, ensuring safe, reliable operations and strong customer interfaces.

You will mobilise, operate and maintain equipment, lead field activities, and provide technical training while upholding safety and compliance standards across diverse